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HJ20 XFB

2020 Volkswagen California

Beige Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,238 mi
Last recorded19,238 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2020 Volkswagen California24,035 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ20 XFB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2020
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 19,238 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2025 19,215 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 13,937 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2024 13,937 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Jun 2024 11,741 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 11,093 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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HJ20 XFB is a 2020 Volkswagen California in Beige with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2020 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 24,035 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen California fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 348 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJ20 XFB, 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 6 years old, this Volkswagen California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HJ20 XFB registered?

HJ20 XFB is a 2020 Volkswagen California, first registered on 30 June 2020.

Is HJ20 XFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ20 XFB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HJ20 XFB have outstanding finance?

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