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DA11 KGG

2011 Volkswagen California

Brown Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

94,387 mi
Last recorded94,387 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen California50,801 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA11 KGG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2011
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 94,387 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2026 91,858 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bushes, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

centre and rear exhaust silencer outer skins corroded

Pass 16 Dec 2024 80,594 miles

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

rear exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 11 Jan 2024 70,838 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 58,607 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 47,838 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 39,405 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 31,195 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 27,155 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2017 20,771 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 17,216 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)

Fail 8 Jun 2016 17,216 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 11 Jun 2015 14,922 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 14,922 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 19 Jun 2014 12,364 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 12,364 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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DA11 KGG is a 2011 Volkswagen California in Brown with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 50,801 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 DA11 KGG, 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 15 years old, this Volkswagen California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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DA11 KGG is a 2011 Volkswagen California, first registered on 8 June 2011.

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