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WM16 RXU

2016 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

45,193 mi
Last recorded45,193 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen California39,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM16 RXU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 45,193 miles

Offside Front day time running light not working

Pass 17 Jun 2025 40,438 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 34,773 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2023 28,811 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2023 28,811 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Glow plug / coil light on

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

T.P.M.S. Warning light on

Pass 11 Jul 2022 26,237 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 22,604 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both O/s/r & N/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 20,212 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2019 15,250 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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WM16 RXU is a 2016 Volkswagen California in Grey 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 WM16 RXU, 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 WM16 RXU registered?

WM16 RXU is a 2016 Volkswagen California, first registered on 20 June 2016.

Is WM16 RXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM16 RXU 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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