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BJ61 OSD

2012 Volkswagen California

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,649 mi
Last recorded90,649 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen California49,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ61 OSD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 90,649 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 88,157 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2024 88,157 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 86,206 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2023 86,206 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 82,014 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2022 82,014 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 79,483 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 25 Jan 2022 79,483 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 19 Jan 2021 74,792 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2021 74,791 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 70,569 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 59,950 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Silencer baffles loose internally

Pass 23 Jan 2018 50,977 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Jan 2018 50,977 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 43,427 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 35,640 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 30,202 miles

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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BJ61 OSD is a 2012 Volkswagen California in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 49,874 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 BJ61 OSD, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ61 OSD registered?

BJ61 OSD is a 2012 Volkswagen California, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is BJ61 OSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ61 OSD shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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