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55 WFX

2014 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,920 mi
Last recorded52,920 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2014 Volkswagen California46,070 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration55 WFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 52,920 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 50,051 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 48,560 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 May 2022 46,280 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 46,266 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2020 46,266 miles

Central Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jan 2019 43,994 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 37,579 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 27,212 miles

Under tray fitted obscuring underside components.

Fail 9 Jan 2017 27,212 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under tray fitted obscuring underside components.

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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55 WFX is a 2014 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2014 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 46,070 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 55 WFX, 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 12 years old, this Volkswagen California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 55 WFX?

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What year was 55 WFX registered?

55 WFX is a 2014 Volkswagen California, first registered on 28 January 2014.

Is 55 WFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 55 WFX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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