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BK58 DMO

2008 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

50,329 mi
Last recorded50,329 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen California61,894 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK58 DMO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 50,329 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2025 49,667 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2025 49,667 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 48,601 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 47,309 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 44,014 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 42,002 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 39,992 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 38,731 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 36,796 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 34,965 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 31,562 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 28,291 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 25,131 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 21,271 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 17,411 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 14,795 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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BK58 DMO is a 2008 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 BK58 DMO, 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 BK58 DMO registered?

BK58 DMO is a 2008 Volkswagen California, first registered on 11 September 2008.

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