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BW11 CHD

2011 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

61,476 mi
Last recorded61,476 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen California50,801 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW11 CHD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 61,476 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 59,867 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 57,497 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 55,909 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 54,152 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 51,934 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 47,818 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2020 47,818 miles

Rear Tyre(s) with different structures are fitted across the same axle camper van tyres not fitted (5.2.3 (c))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 44,586 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 42,368 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 38,524 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 38,519 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 18 Aug 2016 35,475 miles

front wipers smearing

Fail 18 Aug 2016 35,475 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear rear right tyre wearing on inner and outer edges and punctured

front wipers smearing

Pass 4 Aug 2015 26,747 miles

Offside Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 4 Aug 2014 21,085 miles

high level brake light lens missing

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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BW11 CHD is a 2011 Volkswagen California in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 BW11 CHD, 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 BW11 CHD registered?

BW11 CHD is a 2011 Volkswagen California, first registered on 25 August 2011.

Is BW11 CHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW11 CHD shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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