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DE13 ZZA

2013 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,752 mi
Last recorded55,752 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen California48,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE13 ZZA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 55,752 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 49,223 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing /Corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing /Corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 48,240 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Casing corroding (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Casing corroding (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 45,819 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 41,910 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 40,323 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 May 2019 38,083 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 36,196 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 33,021 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 33,021 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber insecure pinch bolt missing at bottom, fitted replacement bolt and nut. (2.7.2b)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 26,662 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 26,662 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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DE13 ZZA 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 DE13 ZZA, 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 DE13 ZZA registered?

DE13 ZZA is a 2013 Volkswagen California, first registered on 17 May 2013.

Is DE13 ZZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE13 ZZA shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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