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AN08 DUB

2009 Volkswagen California

Black Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

43,628 mi
Last recorded43,628 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen California56,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAN08 DUB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 43,628 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 42,529 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 40,282 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 37,670 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 35,989 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2021 34,745 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 33,134 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2020 33,134 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 32,429 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2018 28,570 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 25,456 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 22,946 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 205,431 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 18,359 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 15,923 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2012 13,168 miles

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

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

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 11 Jan 2012 13,168 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

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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AN08 DUB is a 2009 Volkswagen California in Black with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 56,777 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen California fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 348 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AN08 DUB, 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 17 years old, this Volkswagen California is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AN08 DUB registered?

AN08 DUB is a 2009 Volkswagen California, first registered on 23 January 2009.

Is AN08 DUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AN08 DUB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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