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DA13 KNY

2013 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,643 mi
Last recorded85,643 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen California48,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA13 KNY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 85,643 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Inner brake pads are low

both rear tyres are low on the inner edges

Pass 4 Jun 2025 76,839 miles

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 62,899 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 49,305 miles

nearside and offside rear inner brake pads are low

Fail 5 Jun 2023 49,305 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

nearside and offside rear inner brake pads are low

Pass 25 Apr 2022 44,973 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2022 44,973 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 215 65 16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 42,648 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 35,182 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 25,409 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 17,707 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges 215 65 16

Pass 27 May 2016 9,857 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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DA13 KNY is a 2013 Volkswagen California in Grey 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 DA13 KNY, 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.

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What year was DA13 KNY registered?

DA13 KNY is a 2013 Volkswagen California, first registered on 17 May 2013.

Is DA13 KNY safe to buy?

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