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FN10 YWY

2010 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

102,357 mi
Last recorded102,357 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2010 Volkswagen California52,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN10 YWY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 102,357 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 96,551 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

undertray fitted

Fail 17 Feb 2025 96,547 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 255 45 18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 255 45 18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

undertray fitted

Pass 14 Feb 2024 89,622 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Feb 2024 89,620 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2023 82,412 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2022 76,179 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 69,886 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 66,284 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 59,634 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 57,345 miles

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

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

Rear exhaust deteriorating

Pass 14 Mar 2017 50,757 miles

Rear exhaust deteriorating

Fail 13 Mar 2017 50,756 miles

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

Rear exhaust deteriorating

Pass 26 Feb 2016 44,041 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 37,104 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 30,136 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 21,572 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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FN10 YWY is a 2010 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2010 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 52,184 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 FN10 YWY, 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 16 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 FN10 YWY registered?

FN10 YWY is a 2010 Volkswagen California, first registered on 10 March 2010.

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The MOT history for FN10 YWY shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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