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NL16 ZNK

2016 Volkswagen California

Purple Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

49,795 mi
Last recorded49,795 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen California39,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL16 ZNK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2016
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 49,795 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 44,730 miles

Shields limiting inspection

Pass 13 May 2024 41,152 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 36,616 miles

Shields limiting inspection

Fail 11 May 2023 36,616 miles

Shields limiting inspection

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 18 May 2022 31,789 miles

Shields limiting inspection

Pass 6 Jul 2021 25,141 miles

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

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

shields limiting inspection

Pass 17 Jul 2020 22,832 miles

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

shields limiting inspection

Pass 11 Jul 2019 21,394 miles

shields limiting inspection

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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NL16 ZNK is a 2016 Volkswagen California in Purple with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 NL16 ZNK, 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

How do I check the history of NL16 ZNK?

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What year was NL16 ZNK registered?

NL16 ZNK is a 2016 Volkswagen California, first registered on 26 May 2016.

Is NL16 ZNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL16 ZNK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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