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GN58 AAK

2008 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

112,970 mi
Last recorded112,970 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen California61,894 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN58 AAK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 112,970 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 105,113 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2023 99,326 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 94,160 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 87,785 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 83,928 miles

rear silencer box outer skin rusty

Pass 14 Oct 2019 80,390 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 14 Oct 2019 80,387 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Oct 2018 75,405 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 70,056 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 65,556 miles

exhaust rear silencer deteriorated

Pass 8 Oct 2015 58,543 miles

offside rear brake disc inner surface scored

rear silencer deteriorated

spare tyre defective

Pass 3 Oct 2014 50,135 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear silencer corroded

Pass 10 Oct 2013 42,434 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 31,819 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 23,917 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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GN58 AAK is a 2008 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 61,894 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 GN58 AAK, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen California is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GN58 AAK registered?

GN58 AAK is a 2008 Volkswagen California, first registered on 1 November 2008.

Is GN58 AAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN58 AAK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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