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BT18 UWU

2018 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2025
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,016 mi
Last recorded25,016 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2024
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen California30,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT18 UWU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2024 25,016 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 22,200 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/55/17 103v xl (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 18,936 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2022 18,935 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 13,009 miles

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

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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BT18 UWU is a 2018 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2018 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 30,836 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 BT18 UWU, 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 8 years old, this Volkswagen California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BT18 UWU registered?

BT18 UWU is a 2018 Volkswagen California, first registered on 26 June 2018.

Is BT18 UWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT18 UWU 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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