2012 Volkswagen California 2.0L Diesel · BU54 CAL
2012 Volkswagen California (2.0L, diesel). First registered 29 Nov 2012. Recorded mileage 85,938 miles. MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN CALIFORNIA
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,938 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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BU54 CAL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/09/2026
- 85,938 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BU54 CAL 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 (BU54 CAL) between July 2022 and September 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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.
BU54 CAL Mileage History
- 12/07/202264,739 mi
- 17/07/202368,653 mi+3,914 mi
- 12/08/202472,520 mi+3,867 mi
- 20/08/202580,313 mi+7,793 mi
- 16/09/202685,938 mi+5,625 mi
Average of roughly 5,071 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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