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BN66 VYR

2016 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,867 mi
Last recorded60,867 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen California39,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN66 VYR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2025 60,867 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2024 54,275 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 47,878 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 40,989 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 33,865 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear egr pip split and leaking exhaust gases

Pass 26 Sep 2020 29,285 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 22,492 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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BN66 VYR is a 2016 Volkswagen California in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 BN66 VYR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN66 VYR registered?

BN66 VYR is a 2016 Volkswagen California, first registered on 29 September 2016.

Is BN66 VYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN66 VYR shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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