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BK61 TPZ

2011 Volkswagen California

Brown Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

47,042 mi
Last recorded47,042 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen California50,801 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK61 TPZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2011
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 47,042 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 45,875 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 44,272 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 40,883 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 38,878 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 36,137 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 34,124 miles

Rear exhaust backbox corroded

Pass 10 Dec 2018 31,825 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 27,667 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 24,559 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 22,113 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 22,077 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 19,165 miles

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

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

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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BK61 TPZ is a 2011 Volkswagen California in Brown with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 50,801 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen California fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 348 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK61 TPZ, 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 15 years old, this Volkswagen California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BK61 TPZ registered?

BK61 TPZ is a 2011 Volkswagen California, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is BK61 TPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK61 TPZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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