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CA16 ECW

2016 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,536 mi
Last recorded65,536 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen California39,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA16 ECW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 65,536 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 60,783 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 55,240 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 49,509 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 46,595 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords and tread stepped 255/45/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear tyre tread stepped

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Aug 2022 46,595 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords and tread stepped 255/45/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear tyre tread stepped

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 39,627 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 32,791 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 25,586 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 25,586 miles

Exhaust gas recirculation valve obviously defective egr pipe split leaking exhaust gas (8.2.2.1 (a))

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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CA16 ECW is a 2016 Volkswagen California in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 CA16 ECW, 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 CA16 ECW registered?

CA16 ECW is a 2016 Volkswagen California, first registered on 13 May 2016.

Is CA16 ECW safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA16 ECW shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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