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DFZ 740

2013 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,978 mi
Last recorded93,978 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen California48,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFZ 740
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2026 93,978 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust outer skin corroded

minor chip on screen

Pass 26 Mar 2025 86,297 miles

Front Lower suspension arms rear bushes slight wear

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

both silencers on exhaust outer skin corroded

Pass 7 May 2024 80,476 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 70,158 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 60,871 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 55,228 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 49,097 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 43,051 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 36,570 miles

emissions too clean to test

Pass 20 Mar 2017 29,908 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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DFZ 740 is a 2013 Volkswagen California in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DFZ 740, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DFZ 740 registered?

DFZ 740 is a 2013 Volkswagen California, first registered on 17 December 2013.

Is DFZ 740 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFZ 740 shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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