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CE13 YCD

2013 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,247 mi
Last recorded78,247 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen California48,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE13 YCD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 78,247 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2026 78,238 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Mar 2025 65,179 miles

Rear silencer in poor condition

Pass 14 Mar 2024 52,359 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2022 37,822 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Starting to wear on outside edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2021 35,870 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2021 35,844 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not functioning at all (4.10 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Oct 2020 34,577 miles

Rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 23 Apr 2019 29,574 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 23,136 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 19,113 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 14,515 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted, unable to check seatbelt.

Offside Rear child seat fitted, unable to check seatbelt.

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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CE13 YCD 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 83.3%.

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 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 CE13 YCD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CE13 YCD registered?

CE13 YCD is a 2013 Volkswagen California, first registered on 24 April 2013.

Is CE13 YCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE13 YCD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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