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D16 AME

2012 Volkswagen California

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

57,845 mi
Last recorded57,845 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen California49,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD16 AME
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 57,845 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 56,905 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2023 55,026 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 53,448 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 49,184 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 48,761 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 48,483 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 44,813 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 40,002 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 34,931 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 27,405 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 27,405 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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D16 AME is a 2012 Volkswagen California in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 D16 AME, 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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What year was D16 AME registered?

D16 AME is a 2012 Volkswagen California, first registered on 17 November 2012.

Is D16 AME safe to buy?

The MOT history for D16 AME shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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