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EGZ 8084

2006 Volkswagen California

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

224,636 mi
Last recorded224,636 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen California64,433 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGZ 8084
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 224,636 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 218,204 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 201,352 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2023 201,352 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 188,580 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Nov 2022 188,580 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2016 140,462 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2015 128,378 miles

Engine management light on

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

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside rear tyre inner edge uneven wear

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 May 2014 109,579 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 92,357 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 92,357 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 78,591 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 63,418 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2011 63,418 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 48,310 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 30,396 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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EGZ 8084 is a 2006 Volkswagen California in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 64,433 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 EGZ 8084, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen California is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EGZ 8084 registered?

EGZ 8084 is a 2006 Volkswagen California, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is EGZ 8084 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EGZ 8084 shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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