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A370 PNB

1984 Volkswagen California

Beige Petrol 2095cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2025
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

206,490 mi
Last recorded206,490 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA370 PNB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year1984
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,095cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2024 206,490 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

of/s/f and n/s/f brake disc corroded

of/s/f wheel binding

Fail 13 Aug 2024 206,488 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

of/s/f and n/s/f brake disc corroded

of/s/f wheel binding

Pass 29 Nov 2022 206,484 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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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A370 PNB is a 1984 Volkswagen California in Beige with a 2,095cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen California fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 348 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A370 PNB, 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 42 years old, this Volkswagen California is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A370 PNB registered?

A370 PNB is a 1984 Volkswagen California, first registered on 12 May 1984.

Is A370 PNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A370 PNB shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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