2012 Volkswagen California 2.0L Diesel · AV12 LZO
2012 Volkswagen California (2.0L, diesel). First registered 25 Apr 2012. Recorded mileage 118,041 miles. MOT valid until 02 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN CALIFORNIA
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Ipswich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 118,041 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AV12 LZO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/10/2025
- 118,041 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AV12 LZO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volkswagen California (AV12 LZO) between October 2021 and October 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 13 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
AV12 LZO Mileage History
- 26/10/202194,287 mi
- 19/10/2022100,001 mi+5,714 mi
- 31/10/2023106,731 mi+6,730 mi
- 09/10/2024111,431 mi+4,700 mi
- 30/10/2025118,041 mi+6,610 mi
Average of roughly 5,922 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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