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BT51 CAL

2014 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

70,585 mi
Last recorded70,585 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2014 Volkswagen California46,070 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT51 CAL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 70,585 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 66,072 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2023 63,081 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 59,441 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 55,899 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 52,057 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Various covers and under trays fitted

Pass 20 May 2019 43,192 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x 2 ()

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Heavily worn and lightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Heavily worn and lightly scored (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 20 May 2019 43,192 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x 2 ()

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Heavily worn and lightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (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 On the limits and bald on shoulders to almost cords (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Heavily worn and lightly scored (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 May 2018 33,421 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

under tray and floor covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 10 May 2017 24,042 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection (adult belt)

nail in n/s rear tyre

o/s front tyre cut in tread

under tray cover fitted obscuring some components

Fail 10 May 2017 24,042 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection (adult belt)

nail in n/s rear tyre

o/s front tyre cut in tread

under tray cover fitted obscuring some components

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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BT51 CAL is a 2014 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2014 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 46,070 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 BT51 CAL, 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 12 years old, this Volkswagen California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BT51 CAL registered?

BT51 CAL is a 2014 Volkswagen California, first registered on 13 May 2014.

Is BT51 CAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT51 CAL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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