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DA61 EEM

2011 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

72,465 mi
Last recorded72,465 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen California50,801 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA61 EEM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 72,465 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 71,705 miles

middle exhaust outer skin corroded

rear exhaust outer skin corroded

Fail 24 Jun 2025 71,704 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

middle exhaust outer skin corroded

rear exhaust outer skin corroded

Pass 19 Jun 2024 70,213 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))

Fail 19 Jun 2024 70,212 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

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))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 67,327 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 65,161 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 60,871 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 57,857 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 53,905 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

stonechip to screen

Pass 26 Oct 2018 49,723 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 28,562 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 25,631 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 21,736 miles

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)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 17,679 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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DA61 EEM is a 2011 Volkswagen California in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 DA61 EEM, 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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What year was DA61 EEM registered?

DA61 EEM is a 2011 Volkswagen California, first registered on 29 October 2011.

Is DA61 EEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA61 EEM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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