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AB08 HDB

2019 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

54,234 mi
Last recorded54,234 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2019 Volkswagen California27,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 HDB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2019
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 54,234 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 51,135 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2025 51,133 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2024 47,177 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2024 47,177 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 40,955 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2023 40,951 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 29,352 miles

underside covers fitted

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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AB08 HDB is a 2019 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2019 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 27,300 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 AB08 HDB, 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 7 years old, this Volkswagen California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AB08 HDB registered?

AB08 HDB is a 2019 Volkswagen California, first registered on 13 July 2019.

Is AB08 HDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 HDB shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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