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GN06 ZTF

2006 Volkswagen California

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

116,267 mi
Last recorded116,267 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen California64,433 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN06 ZTF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 116,267 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2025 116,252 miles

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

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))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2024 109,806 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2023 100,772 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 96,498 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2022 96,471 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Mirror loose

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2021 92,816 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2020 88,299 miles

Central Stop lamp partially blocked

Handbrake requires adjustment

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 6 Oct 2020 88,299 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps O/S not working, N/S very dim (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Central Stop lamp partially blocked

Handbrake requires adjustment

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 81,635 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

engine mil inoperative

Fail 3 Oct 2019 81,538 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction inop (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 5 Oct 2018 76,843 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component pipe (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 72,034 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides 3mm in centre (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear seat belt returns but slowly

Pass 30 Sep 2016 67,060 miles

wipers smearing

Pass 9 Oct 2015 61,164 miles

Nearside Front has a cut but not deep enough to reach cords

Fail 9 Oct 2015 61,164 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front has a cut but not deep enough to reach cords

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 2 Oct 2015 61,067 miles

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

Offside Front brake discs corroded

Pass 30 Sep 2014 55,306 miles

both rear tyres out of shape

both rear tyres tapering on the inner edge

Pass 2 Oct 2013 51,610 miles

both rear tyres tapering on the inner edges

Pass 8 Oct 2012 47,144 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 40,244 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 28,176 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 25,716 miles

n/s rear seat belt buckle outer cover missing

Pass 6 Feb 2009 22,773 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 19,496 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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GN06 ZTF is a 2006 Volkswagen California in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 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 GN06 ZTF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN06 ZTF registered?

GN06 ZTF is a 2006 Volkswagen California, first registered on 31 December 2006.

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