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BW16 KRU

2016 Volkswagen California

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

76,262 mi
Last recorded76,262 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen California39,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW16 KRU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 76,262 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 70,272 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 65,826 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 61,174 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 55,488 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view damage drivers view less than 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jan 2022 55,488 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Passenger's seat insecure centre seat (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view damage drivers view less than 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 50,648 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 41,109 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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BW16 KRU is a 2016 Volkswagen California in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 39,598 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 BW16 KRU, 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 10 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 BW16 KRU registered?

BW16 KRU is a 2016 Volkswagen California, first registered on 5 July 2016.

Is BW16 KRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW16 KRU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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