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HG59 OSE

2009 Volkswagen California

White Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

111,869 mi
Last recorded111,869 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen California56,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG59 OSE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 111,869 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

exhaust rear box corroded shell

Pass 23 Oct 2024 109,221 miles

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 25 Oct 2023 106,725 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 28 Oct 2022 103,097 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2021 100,237 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

exhaust corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2020 96,986 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 94,498 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 90,812 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 88,966 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

trailer adaptor socket fitted

Fail 26 Oct 2017 88,966 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

trailer adaptor socket fitted

Pass 31 Oct 2016 76,806 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 62,635 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 54,533 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 46,618 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 34,585 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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HG59 OSE is a 2009 Volkswagen California in White with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 HG59 OSE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HG59 OSE registered?

HG59 OSE is a 2009 Volkswagen California, first registered on 26 November 2009.

Is HG59 OSE safe to buy?

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