2013 VOLKSWAGEN CALIFORNIA2.0L Diesel

This vehicle presents an exceptionally clean MOT history with a stable roadworthiness trend. The most recent test on 5 January 2026 at 64,135 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes dating back to January 2023, suggesting a high standard of preventative maintenance and a vehicle in good mechanical order. The mileage is notably low for a 2013 model, averaging roughly 4,933 miles per year. The distance covered between tests has remained relatively steady, with 10,000 miles added between January 2023 and December 2023, and a slightly lower increase of 5,352 miles between January 2025 and January 2026. There are no erratic jumps in mileage that would suggest undisclosed commercial use or prolonged periods of stagnation. The absence of any recorded advisories over the last three years is rare for a vehicle of this age. While the record shows a failure on 28 December 2023, it was resolved on the same day with no specific defects listed in the final pass, implying a minor administrative or quick-fix issue. The lack of mentions regarding corrosion, suspension bushes, or brake wear suggests the chassis and running gear have been well preserved. A physical inspection should focus on components that do not always trigger MOT failures but degrade with age and low usage. Check for perished rubber seals, tyre sidewall cracking, and the condition of the leisure battery and habitation systems specific to the California model. Verify that the brakes are not pitted from infrequent heavy use, despite the clean test history.