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DA61 LGO

2011 Volkswagen California

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

49,990 mi
Last recorded49,990 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen California50,801 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA61 LGO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 49,990 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 47,458 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))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2023 40,993 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose rear exhaust box outer skin corroded (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 33,729 miles

Central Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose back box outer skin corroded and hanging down (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 27,379 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 25,737 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 23,956 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 20,917 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 18,745 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 16,000 miles

o/s fog light is not working in the trailer socket

Pass 21 Nov 2015 13,334 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2015 13,334 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Nov 2014 12,181 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 LGO is a 2011 Volkswagen California in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 LGO, 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 LGO registered?

DA61 LGO is a 2011 Volkswagen California, first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is DA61 LGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA61 LGO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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