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DG11 YSB

2011 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

109,630 mi
Last recorded109,630 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen California50,801 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG11 YSB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 109,630 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Has two nails in it ()

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 97,324 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

both rear tyres are wearing on the outer edge

covers fitted

Pass 15 Feb 2024 87,363 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 81,963 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2023 81,963 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 79,544 miles

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 26 Jan 2021 77,049 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 74,456 miles

Exhaust rear silencer corroded.

Fail 4 Feb 2020 74,456 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust rear silencer corroded.

Pass 16 Jan 2019 69,565 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 18 Jan 2018 65,024 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 53,599 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 43,594 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 May 2014 31,663 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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DG11 YSB is a 2011 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DG11 YSB, 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 DG11 YSB registered?

DG11 YSB is a 2011 Volkswagen California, first registered on 18 May 2011.

Is DG11 YSB safe to buy?

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