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DK14 DZS

2014 Volkswagen California

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,158 mi
Last recorded115,158 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2014 Volkswagen California46,070 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK14 DZS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 115,158 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2025 115,158 miles

Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury registration cover (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2024 103,797 miles

Rear heat shield insecure

Fail 9 Oct 2024 103,797 miles

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible both frond head lamps and main beam cot suitable (4.1.4 (c))

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

Rear heat shield insecure

Pass 19 Oct 2023 93,217 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 81,974 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 72,048 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 18 Nov 2020 61,646 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 50,193 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 50,193 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2018 39,796 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 30,823 miles

both front tyres wearing inner edge

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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DK14 DZS is a 2014 Volkswagen California in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2014 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 46,070 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 DK14 DZS, 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 12 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 DK14 DZS registered?

DK14 DZS is a 2014 Volkswagen California, first registered on 25 June 2014.

Is DK14 DZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK14 DZS shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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