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DL05 JPY

2005 Volkswagen California

Silver Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

233,763 mi
Last recorded233,763 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen California101,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL05 JPY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 233,763 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2025 226,153 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2024 217,200 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 209,752 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 206,216 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2021 199,303 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2020 192,198 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 3 Aug 2020 192,198 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 186,249 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 175,652 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 170,286 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 164,307 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 158,611 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 150,399 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2014 150,399 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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DL05 JPY is a 2005 Volkswagen California in Silver with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 101,750 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 DL05 JPY, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen California is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DL05 JPY registered?

DL05 JPY is a 2005 Volkswagen California, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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