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BL20 HGU

2020 Volkswagen California

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,852 mi
Last recorded37,852 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2020 Volkswagen California24,035 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL20 HGU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2020
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 37,852 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 34,306 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 28,131 miles
Fail 7 May 2024 28,130 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 22,491 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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BL20 HGU is a 2020 Volkswagen California in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2020 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 24,035 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 BL20 HGU, 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 6 years old, this Volkswagen California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BL20 HGU?

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What year was BL20 HGU registered?

BL20 HGU is a 2020 Volkswagen California, first registered on 14 August 2020.

Is BL20 HGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL20 HGU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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