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DA61 VUU

2011 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

136,744 mi
Last recorded136,744 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen California50,801 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 136,744 miles

Central and rear exhaust skin deteriorated

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

undertrays

Pass 6 Dec 2024 131,498 miles

centre and rear exhaust outer skin deteriorated

undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Dec 2023 126,351 miles

exhaust outer skin peeling

under trays fitted

Fail 6 Dec 2023 126,300 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust outer skin peeling

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2022 112,845 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2022 112,835 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 103,754 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear and middle exhaust silencer outer skin perishing/cracking

Pass 3 Dec 2020 97,656 miles

rear seats flat rear seatbelts not tested

Pass 12 Dec 2019 90,636 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 80,601 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 69,500 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2017 69,500 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault Airbag light on (5.4.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 59,689 miles

High level brake light lens loose but working

Under vehicle covers fitted causing a reduced view to some components

Pass 1 Dec 2015 44,419 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2015 44,419 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 11 Dec 2014 33,672 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Dec 2014 33,672 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 VUU is a 2011 Volkswagen California in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 DA61 VUU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DA61 VUU registered?

DA61 VUU is a 2011 Volkswagen California, first registered on 14 December 2011.

Is DA61 VUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA61 VUU shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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