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GN55 ZKZ

2006 Volkswagen California

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

31,715 mi
Last recorded31,715 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen California64,433 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN55 ZKZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 31,715 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 30,745 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2023 29,952 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 28,090 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2021 27,239 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 25,692 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 22,871 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 21,436 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 21,244 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 18,243 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 18,019 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 17,996 miles

all four tyres have age related cracks occuring

Pass 8 Nov 2013 17,964 miles

near side front & near side rear tyres,walls cracking but not codes exposed.

Pass 6 Nov 2012 17,424 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 16,608 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 16,608 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 11,571 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 10,910 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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GN55 ZKZ is a 2006 Volkswagen California in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 GN55 ZKZ, 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 GN55 ZKZ registered?

GN55 ZKZ is a 2006 Volkswagen California, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is GN55 ZKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN55 ZKZ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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