VOLKSWAGEN CALIFORNIA MOT pass rate
84.0% of 12,223 VOLKSWAGEN CALIFORNIA MOT tests pass.
The CALIFORNIA passes its MOT 84.0% of the time — well above the average across all VOLKSWAGEN models, which sits at 79.0%.
The VOLKSWAGEN CALIFORNIA has a pass rate of 84.0%, a little higher than the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate declines noticeably with age, from 89.4% at 3–6 years to 70.9% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | too few tests (19) | 19 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | 89.4% | 3,049 | 34,367 miles |
| 6–10 years | 84.9% | 5,454 | 53,195 miles |
| 10–15 years | 79.1% | 3,279 | 73,421 miles |
| 15+ years | 70.9% | 422 | 123,672 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the VOLKSWAGEN CALIFORNIA
The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN CALIFORNIA fails its MOT is suspension — present in 34.4% of failed tests, most often logged as "Fractured or broken".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 34.4% | Fractured or broken |
| Tyres | 28.5% | Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords |
| Brakes | 28.0% | Warning lamp indicates an abs fault |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 23.1% | Not working |
| Visibility | 10.2% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Body, chassis, structure | 5.7% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 4.7% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 4.5% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Steering | 3.3% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.0% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
Related VOLKSWAGEN models
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF — 80.7% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO — 74.5% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER — 74.6% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN — 86.7% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT — 76.9% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN CADDY — 76.6% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the VOLKSWAGEN CALIFORNIA?
- 84.0% of VOLKSWAGEN CALIFORNIA MOT tests pass, based on 12,223 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the VOLKSWAGEN CALIFORNIA?
- The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN CALIFORNIA fails its MOT is suspension — present in 34.4% of failed tests, most often logged as "Fractured or broken".
- Does this show the VOLKSWAGEN CALIFORNIA's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the VOLKSWAGEN service history guide for how to check and keep one.