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MW16 UOV

2016 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,389 mi
Last recorded52,389 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen California39,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW16 UOV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2025 52,389 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 50,457 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 43,885 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 40,417 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2021 34,418 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2020 30,137 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 22,358 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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MW16 UOV is a 2016 Volkswagen California in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 39,598 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 MW16 UOV, 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 10 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 MW16 UOV registered?

MW16 UOV is a 2016 Volkswagen California, first registered on 20 May 2016.

Is MW16 UOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW16 UOV shows 7 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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