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GL06 OSR

2006 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

27,274 mi
Last recorded27,274 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen California64,433 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL06 OSR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 27,274 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Coolant leak Front to Rear Hose/Pipe

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Door Mirror Cowling Missing

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Deteriorating (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 26,805 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 26,710 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 25,511 miles
Fail 16 May 2023 25,509 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2022 23,483 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2021 23,466 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2020 18,496 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 12,131 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2019 12,131 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2018 10,310 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 10,137 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 10,137 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 9,956 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 9,651 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 9,513 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 9,499 miles

all brake discs rusty

Pass 17 Aug 2011 9,316 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 8,887 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 8,795 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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GL06 OSR is a 2006 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 GL06 OSR, 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.

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What year was GL06 OSR registered?

GL06 OSR is a 2006 Volkswagen California, first registered on 22 June 2006.

Is GL06 OSR safe to buy?

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