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CN61 FEU

2012 Volkswagen California

Brown Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

92,841 mi
Last recorded92,841 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen California49,874 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN61 FEU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 92,841 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2024 88,768 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Middle and back exhaust box outer skin coming away

Fail 13 Aug 2024 88,765 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Middle and back exhaust box outer skin coming away

Pass 17 Aug 2023 81,863 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2023 81,860 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2023 78,063 miles

Exhaust system deteriorating

Fail 31 Jan 2023 78,063 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust system deteriorating

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2022 72,652 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2021 67,911 miles

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

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

both exhaust silencers in poor condition

Pass 27 Jan 2020 63,431 miles

Rear exhaust box deteriorating

Fail 27 Jan 2020 63,431 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Rear exhaust box deteriorating

Pass 1 Feb 2019 56,279 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2019 56,279 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 49,727 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 19 Jan 2018 49,718 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn out of shape on inner edge.

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 44,279 miles

Under shields fitted

Fail 30 Jan 2017 44,279 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under shields fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2016 39,586 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2015 33,125 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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CN61 FEU is a 2012 Volkswagen California in Brown with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 49,874 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 CN61 FEU, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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CN61 FEU is a 2012 Volkswagen California, first registered on 3 February 2012.

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