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C8 HMM

2018 Volkswagen California

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

29,795 mi
Last recorded29,795 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen California30,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 HMM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 29,795 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2025 29,794 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 28,871 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2024 28,871 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction DPF REGEN (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 28,593 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2.5MM AND DISC FACE CORROSION (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 26,808 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 25,209 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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C8 HMM is a 2018 Volkswagen California in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2018 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 30,836 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen California fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 348 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C8 HMM, 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 8 years old, this Volkswagen California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was C8 HMM registered?

C8 HMM is a 2018 Volkswagen California, first registered on 31 July 2018.

Is C8 HMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C8 HMM shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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