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DG59 NZB

2009 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,414 mi
Last recorded33,414 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen California56,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG59 NZB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 33,414 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing/very strong advisory for replacement (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing /very strong advisory for replacement (5.2.3 (e))

centre and rear exhaust sections corroded

Pass 4 Sep 2024 33,337 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge and perished/strong advisory for replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

centre and rear exhaust sections corroded

Pass 14 Sep 2023 33,207 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2022 32,323 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 7 Sep 2022 32,323 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 31,447 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking/perishing and 11 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking/perishing and 11 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 30,753 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 11 years old and passed there best (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 11 years old and passed there best (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 30,681 miles

all 4 tyres are 6years old or older

Pass 10 Sep 2018 30,135 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 28,204 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 26,137 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 23,634 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 22,197 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 22,197 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 20,022 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 15,774 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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DG59 NZB is a 2009 Volkswagen California in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 56,777 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 DG59 NZB, 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 17 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 DG59 NZB?

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What year was DG59 NZB registered?

DG59 NZB is a 2009 Volkswagen California, first registered on 1 October 2009.

Is DG59 NZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG59 NZB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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