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B4 LEG

2008 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,037 mi
Last recorded72,037 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen California61,894 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB4 LEG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 72,037 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 67,450 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 63,572 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2023 63,572 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 58,835 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2021 54,330 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust corroded

Fail 25 Aug 2021 54,330 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

exhaust corroded

Pass 8 Sep 2020 52,279 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 49,036 miles

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

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

Rear exhaust box shield rusty/ corroded.

Pass 24 Sep 2018 46,622 miles

Nearside Front Tyre perishing

Offside Front Tyre perishing

Pass 26 Sep 2017 44,592 miles

Nearside Front Perishing

Offside Front Wiper

Pass 27 Sep 2016 39,161 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 36,283 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 37,497 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both rear tyres perished

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 30 Sep 2014 31,518 miles

both rear tyres perished

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 25 Sep 2013 26,349 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres perished

Pass 25 Sep 2012 18,275 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 13,816 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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B4 LEG is a 2008 Volkswagen California in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 B4 LEG, 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

How do I check the history of B4 LEG?

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What year was B4 LEG registered?

B4 LEG is a 2008 Volkswagen California, first registered on 3 October 2008.

Is B4 LEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B4 LEG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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