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518 HEL

2017 Volkswagen California

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

8,070 mi
Last recorded8,070 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2024
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen California36,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration518 HEL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2024 8,070 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2024 8,060 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 6,976 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 6,583 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2022 6,583 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 6,118 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 5,144 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen California?

Based on 80,899 MOT tests across 8,815 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
5,205
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
8,815
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 348
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 261
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518 HEL is a 2017 Volkswagen California in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 36,464 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen California fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 348 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 518 HEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen California typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 9 years old, this Volkswagen California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 518 HEL?

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What year was 518 HEL registered?

518 HEL is a 2017 Volkswagen California, first registered on 31 July 2017.

Is 518 HEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 518 HEL shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 518 HEL have outstanding finance?

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