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CA16 EEB

2016 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,730 mi
Last recorded49,730 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen California39,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA16 EEB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2026 49,730 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 45,735 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 39,480 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 35,445 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 29,615 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 25,110 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner about 90% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 20,824 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 20,652 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 15,352 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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CA16 EEB is a 2016 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CA16 EEB, 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

How do I check the history of CA16 EEB?

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What year was CA16 EEB registered?

CA16 EEB is a 2016 Volkswagen California, first registered on 27 May 2016.

Is CA16 EEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA16 EEB shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CA16 EEB have outstanding finance?

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