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BJ16 XVE

2016 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,124 mi
Last recorded92,124 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen California39,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ16 XVE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 92,124 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 82,150 miles

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2025 82,150 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 74,953 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 69,392 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 62,478 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 59,900 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2020 55,082 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 41,848 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Jun 2019 41,848 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen California?

Based on 80,899 MOT tests across 8,815 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
5,205
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
8,815
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 348
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 261
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BJ16 XVE is a 2016 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 39,598 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen California fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 348 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ16 XVE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen California typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 10 years old, this Volkswagen California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BJ16 XVE registered?

BJ16 XVE is a 2016 Volkswagen California, first registered on 17 May 2016.

Is BJ16 XVE safe to buy?

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