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AU08 KHL

2008 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

107,463 mi
Last recorded107,463 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen California61,894 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 KHL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 107,463 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2026 107,463 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 May 2025 101,874 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 96,772 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2023 89,803 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2023 89,803 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2022 84,965 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 81,221 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 78,267 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 69,004 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension arm rear bushes ns and os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front strut top mount bearing slightly stiff on rotation

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff osr (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush ns and os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

condition of exhaust

Fail 25 Mar 2019 69,004 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle boot lid (6.2.3 (a))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension arm rear bushes ns and os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front strut top mount bearing slightly stiff on rotation

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff osr (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush ns and os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

condition of exhaust

Pass 16 Apr 2018 60,292 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Play in propshaft centre bearing x2 ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust middle and rear outer skins peeling

underside covers fitted

Fail 13 Apr 2018 60,287 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red lens broken (1.3.2e)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour lens broken and showing white light (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

brake readings lower than expected

exhaust middle and rear outer skins peeling

underside covers fitted

Pass 21 Mar 2017 50,492 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

REAR EXHAUST SILENCER,OUTER SKIN CORRODED

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 42,877 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Oct 2015 38,957 miles

rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Pass 23 Oct 2014 30,456 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 27,616 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 23,007 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 20,212 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 15,927 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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AU08 KHL is a 2008 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 61,894 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 AU08 KHL, 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 18 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 AU08 KHL registered?

AU08 KHL is a 2008 Volkswagen California, first registered on 26 July 2008.

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