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CA16 UHF

2016 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

40,480 mi
Last recorded40,480 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen California39,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 40,480 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 38,592 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 17 Jul 2024 38,582 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 27 Jul 2023 36,700 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 30,858 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 27,726 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 27,726 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 23,961 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 19,377 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 19,377 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear [inner sides] (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 UHF 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 70%.

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 UHF, 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 UHF?

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What year was CA16 UHF registered?

CA16 UHF is a 2016 Volkswagen California, first registered on 27 June 2016.

Is CA16 UHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA16 UHF shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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