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EU07 XOT

2007 Volkswagen California

Black Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

115,949 mi
Last recorded115,949 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen California75,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU07 XOT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 115,949 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Inner tyre edge worn

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 22 Oct 2025 115,934 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Inner tyre edge worn

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 107,934 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 104,430 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 100,133 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 10 Nov 2022 100,133 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 95,967 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged Protective covering slightly damaged near flexi ferrule (1.1.11 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear of engine around turbo (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both springs badly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2021 95,954 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin Leak from EGR pipe gasket in engine bay (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board Leak from EGR pipe gasket in engine bay (6.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged Protective covering slightly damaged near flexi ferrule (1.1.11 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear of engine around turbo (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both springs badly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 93,271 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge primary tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive oil on turbo (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to failure (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 89,980 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 80,283 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 70,818 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 8 Nov 2017 70,818 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 62,116 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)

exhaust system corroded

Fail 1 Nov 2016 62,107 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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)

exhaust system corroded

Pass 2 Nov 2015 54,940 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 46,629 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2014 465,243 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Nov 2013 36,294 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 25,147 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 22,425 miles

o/s/r rear passenger door damaged, but secure.

Pass 26 Jan 2011 19,819 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 19,818 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 5 Jan 2010 17,237 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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EU07 XOT is a 2007 Volkswagen California in Black with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 75,416 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 EU07 XOT, 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 19 years old, this Volkswagen California is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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EU07 XOT is a 2007 Volkswagen California, first registered on 23 August 2007.

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