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C12 AVR

2013 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

73,698 mi
Last recorded73,698 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen California48,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC12 AVR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 73,698 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear springs. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2025 69,418 miles

CENTRE AND REAR SILENCERS HEAVILY CORRODED.

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 22 May 2024 66,139 miles

high level brake light part working

Pass 18 May 2023 62,496 miles

centre and rear silencers corroded

Pass 20 May 2022 59,215 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2021 56,144 miles
Fail 25 May 2021 56,142 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2020 51,301 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2019 45,777 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 38,414 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyres worn slightly on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 May 2017 31,208 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 26,147 miles

front tyres worn on edges

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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C12 AVR is a 2013 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2013 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 48,174 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 C12 AVR, 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 13 years old, this Volkswagen California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C12 AVR registered?

C12 AVR is a 2013 Volkswagen California, first registered on 1 May 2013.

Is C12 AVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C12 AVR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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