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AU58 OOB

2008 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

69,676 mi
Last recorded69,676 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen California61,894 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU58 OOB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 69,676 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 68,845 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 67,359 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 66,069 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2021 64,798 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Near and Offside, rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Near and Offside low and worn on the shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Near and Offside (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 64,230 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Near and Offside, corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Near and Offside, getting low (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Near and Offside, heavily warn plus corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Near and Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 62,442 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Near and Offside worn on the shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 59,455 miles

front tyres getting low on tread with tread damage

Pass 8 Sep 2017 52,637 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 48,184 miles

rear pads 4mm.

wipers starting to smear.

Pass 26 Aug 2015 41,915 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 39,505 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014 39,501 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

areas around steering rack gaiters damp including sub-frame and suspension arms, but no drips/leaks

power steering sounds noisey in operation

Pass 4 Sep 2013 35,969 miles

nearside rear tyre cracking and worn on outer edge

Pass 3 Sep 2012 34,680 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 30,661 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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AU58 OOB is a 2008 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 61,894 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 AU58 OOB, 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.

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What year was AU58 OOB registered?

AU58 OOB is a 2008 Volkswagen California, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is AU58 OOB safe to buy?

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