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HIG 6215

2008 Volkswagen California

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

72,254 mi
Last recorded72,254 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen California61,894 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Finance
Write-off
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHIG 6215
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 72,254 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 71,985 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 67,942 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 65,638 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 64,406 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 62,642 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 62,123 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust silencers starting to deteriorate

Pass 19 Sep 2019 60,543 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 57,746 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 53,689 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Extra rear view mirror ()

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Beam deflector (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Beam deflector (1.7.5a)

The outer skin of both the exhaust silencers are corroded

Under trays fitted which obscure some components for inspection

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 51,728 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 48,416 miles

All 4 tyres are getting low on tread-4mm

Both the headlamps are fitted with beam converters

Under trays fitted which obscure some components for inspection

Pass 2 Sep 2014 41,069 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Sep 2014 41,066 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Sep 2013 37,634 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Sep 2012 31,778 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Sep 2012 31,778 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Dec 2011 24,277 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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HIG 6215 is a 2008 Volkswagen California in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HIG 6215, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HIG 6215 registered?

HIG 6215 is a 2008 Volkswagen California, first registered on 7 October 2008.

Is HIG 6215 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HIG 6215 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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