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G3 ROB

2020 Volkswagen California

White Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

40,657 mi
Last recorded40,657 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2020 Volkswagen California24,035 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG3 ROB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2020
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 40,657 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2025 39,019 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing plus nail (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2025 35,574 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 29,248 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2024 29,246 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 May 2024 34,279 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 19,879 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2023 31,897 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 31,141 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 24,166 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 24,166 miles

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

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

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

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

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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G3 ROB is a 2020 Volkswagen California in White with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2020 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 24,035 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 G3 ROB, 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 6 years old, this Volkswagen California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G3 ROB?

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What year was G3 ROB registered?

G3 ROB is a 2020 Volkswagen California, first registered on 4 December 2020.

Is G3 ROB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G3 ROB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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