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GRT 42T

2009 Volkswagen California

Blue Petrol 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

91,490 mi
Last recorded91,490 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2014
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen California56,777 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRT 42T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2014 91,490 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

nearside rear inner drive shaft boot deteriorated

Pass 23 Sep 2013 91,426 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 11 May 2012 91,296 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jun 2011 90,367 miles
Fail 7 May 2011 90,578 miles

Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

Centre Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 May 2010 89,434 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 14 May 2009 88,141 miles

Centre Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

brake component damp

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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GRT 42T is a 2009 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 2,460cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GRT 42T, 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 GRT 42T registered?

GRT 42T is a 2009 Volkswagen California, first registered on 18 May 2009.

Is GRT 42T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRT 42T shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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