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BW16 YHL

2016 Volkswagen California

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,882 mi
Last recorded44,882 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen California39,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 44,882 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2024 41,190 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Aug 2024 41,176 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2023 38,425 miles

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

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))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 36,242 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 31,388 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 26,905 miles

Offside 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))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 25,280 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 YHL 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 YHL, 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 YHL registered?

BW16 YHL is a 2016 Volkswagen California, first registered on 21 July 2016.

Is BW16 YHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW16 YHL 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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