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DF13 PXP

2013 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

61,577 mi
Last recorded61,577 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen California48,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF13 PXP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 61,577 miles

Central & Rear Exhaust Silencer Outer Skins Deteriorated

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Slight Lip Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Starting to Wear on Edges, Tread Depth 5.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Starting to Wear on Edges, Tread Depth 5.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside & Offside Inner Face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Nearside Diff Driveshaft Oil Seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under floor covers and engine undertrays are present, preventing inspection of components

Pass 20 May 2025 57,537 miles

Central Exhaust Silencer Outer Skin Deteriorated

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside & Offside Inner Face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under floor covers and engine undertrays preventing inspection of components

Pass 30 Apr 2024 53,869 miles

Central Exhaust Box Outer Skin Deteriorated

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Inner Face Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under floor covers and engine undertrays fitted prevention inspection of components

Pass 2 May 2023 50,909 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on edges approx 3mm 235/50/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in tread and various small cuts in tread 235/50/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges 235/50/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on edges approx 3mm 235/50/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in tread various small cuts 235/50/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges 235/50/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread starting to delaminate (0.1 (b))

centre exhaust silencer outer skin is corroded

under floor covers and engine undertrays are fitted preventing inspection of components

Pass 24 May 2022 48,335 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 May 2021 45,394 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2020 43,592 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

centre exhaust box is corroded

under floor covers and engine undertray is fitted,preventing inspection of components

Pass 24 Apr 2019 39,898 miles

Engine undertray, plastic cover sills and underfloor covers fitted preventing full inspection of some vehicle components.

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 36,000 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 32,020 miles

Offside Rear tyre has slight sidewall bulge 235/50/18

Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx 3mm 235/50/18 (4.1.E.1)

under floor plastic covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 25 Apr 2017 32,020 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Rear tyre has slight sidewall bulge 235/50/18

Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx 3mm 235/50/18 (4.1.E.1)

under floor plastic covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 23 May 2016 27,231 miles

nearside front tyre worn slightly on edges

undercovers fitted

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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DF13 PXP 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 91.7%.

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 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 DF13 PXP, 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 DF13 PXP registered?

DF13 PXP is a 2013 Volkswagen California, first registered on 30 July 2013.

Is DF13 PXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF13 PXP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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