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SM11 COL

2020 Volkswagen California

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,783 mi
Last recorded13,783 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2020 Volkswagen California24,035 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM11 COL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2020
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2026 13,783 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 12,641 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 9,942 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 8,516 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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SM11 COL is a 2020 Volkswagen California in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2020 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 24,035 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 SM11 COL, 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 6 years old, this Volkswagen California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SM11 COL?

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What year was SM11 COL registered?

SM11 COL is a 2020 Volkswagen California, first registered on 7 February 2020.

Is SM11 COL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM11 COL shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SM11 COL have outstanding finance?

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