2016 Volkswagen California 2.0L Diesel · VN16 URM
2016 Volkswagen California (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 May 2016. Recorded mileage 75,924 miles. MOT expired on 01 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN CALIFORNIA
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 75,924 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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VN16 URM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/10/2025
- 75,924 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VN16 URM 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 2016 Volkswagen California (VN16 URM) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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.
VN16 URM Mileage History
- 18/10/202255,907 mi
- 19/10/202364,376 mi+8,469 mi
- 10/10/202471,233 mi+6,857 mi
- 10/10/202471,233 mi
- 27/10/202575,924 mi+4,691 mi
Average of roughly 6,617 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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