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HFG 692T

2004 Volkswagen California

Orange Petrol 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,971 mi
Last recorded82,971 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2014
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen California88,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFG 692T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2014 82,971 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 82,546 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 11 May 2013 82,546 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Apr 2012 81,044 miles

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 77,658 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Apr 2011 77,658 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

offside rear handbrake recording slightly low effort

Pass 20 Jul 2010 162,390 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside rear parking brake effort is slightly low

Pass 15 Jul 2009 159,290 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2009 159,082 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Oil leak

offside outter sill corrosion

slight p[lay both rear wheel bearings

Pass 28 May 2008 152,611 miles

Offside Rear Tyre Sidewall Cracking

Pass 10 Jan 2007 148,895 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 146,824 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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HFG 692T is a 2004 Volkswagen California in Orange with a 2,460cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 88,511 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 HFG 692T, 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 22 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 HFG 692T registered?

HFG 692T is a 2004 Volkswagen California, first registered on 26 January 2004.

Is HFG 692T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFG 692T shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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