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BV18 PCY

2018 Volkswagen California

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,777 mi
Last recorded29,777 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen California30,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV18 PCY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2026 29,777 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2025 27,347 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 20,121 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 15,184 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 12,511 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords OSR tyre cut not to cord (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 8,286 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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BV18 PCY is a 2018 Volkswagen California in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 BV18 PCY, 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 BV18 PCY registered?

BV18 PCY is a 2018 Volkswagen California, first registered on 19 July 2018.

Is BV18 PCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV18 PCY shows 6 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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