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GL09 GLY

2009 Volkswagen California

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

108,921 mi
Last recorded108,921 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen California56,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL09 GLY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 108,921 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 104,656 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 97,819 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 92,725 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 85,391 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 77,708 miles

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

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Dec 2020 77,708 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 72,182 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2019 72,182 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 64,981 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jan 2018 55,287 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 50,643 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 42,429 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 32,295 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 22,835 miles

All tyres showing signs of cracking

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)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 17,929 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)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 17,609 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 12,845 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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GL09 GLY is a 2009 Volkswagen California in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 56,777 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 GL09 GLY, 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 17 years old, this Volkswagen California is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GL09 GLY registered?

GL09 GLY is a 2009 Volkswagen California, first registered on 3 July 2009.

Is GL09 GLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL09 GLY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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