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DG61 ZBV

2011 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

47,427 mi
Last recorded47,427 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen California50,801 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG61 ZBV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2025 47,427 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2024 44,290 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 40,953 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 36,335 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 32,457 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2020 28,530 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 20 Mar 2020 28,507 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2019 24,848 miles

Rear silencer outer casing corroded and deteriorated

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres (5.2.3 (e))

underbody covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 16 Mar 2018 20,693 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 15,188 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s and o/s (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 11,983 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 11,427 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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DG61 ZBV is a 2011 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DG61 ZBV, 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 DG61 ZBV registered?

DG61 ZBV is a 2011 Volkswagen California, first registered on 6 December 2011.

Is DG61 ZBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG61 ZBV 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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