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BW16 YHX

2016 Volkswagen California

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

82,617 mi
Last recorded82,617 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen California39,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW16 YHX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 82,617 miles
Fail 11 May 2026 82,617 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2025 72,320 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2024 63,555 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2023 54,487 miles

1 of 2 spare wheel carrier bolts not fully fastened but not likely to fall off

Nearside Front Brake pad warning wire broken

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2022 42,653 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a puncture but is not leaking air.

Pass 23 Jun 2021 36,302 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 33,101 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 22,278 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 YHX is a 2016 Volkswagen California in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YHX, 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.

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What year was BW16 YHX registered?

BW16 YHX is a 2016 Volkswagen California, first registered on 20 July 2016.

Is BW16 YHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW16 YHX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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