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D6 CJC

2012 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

69,194 mi
Last recorded69,194 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen California49,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD6 CJC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 69,194 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 63,498 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 57,303 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2024 57,303 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2023 50,222 miles

Exhaust deteriorated

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

Pass 24 Feb 2022 41,297 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 39,777 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 38,888 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 36,109 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 32,349 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2017 27,634 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 2 nails ()

Pass 12 Feb 2016 22,506 miles

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

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

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

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

nearside front tyre worn on outter edge

Pass 12 Feb 2015 17,764 miles

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

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

both n/s/f + n/s/r tyres have damage to sidewall - no cords

Fail 12 Feb 2015 17,764 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

both n/s/f + n/s/r tyres have damage to sidewall - no cords

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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D6 CJC is a 2012 Volkswagen California in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 D6 CJC, 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 D6 CJC registered?

D6 CJC is a 2012 Volkswagen California, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is D6 CJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for D6 CJC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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