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BT11 LVZ

2011 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

72,688 mi
Last recorded72,688 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen California50,801 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT11 LVZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 72,688 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 65,778 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 55,812 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2024 55,812 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2023 49,493 miles

Rear exhaust box outer casing corroded

Pass 31 Mar 2022 40,240 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 33,055 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 2 Apr 2020 28,960 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 24,356 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 18,803 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 17,554 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 14,915 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 12,111 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 9,466 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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BT11 LVZ is a 2011 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BT11 LVZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BT11 LVZ registered?

BT11 LVZ is a 2011 Volkswagen California, first registered on 25 July 2011.

Is BT11 LVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT11 LVZ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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