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HON 729D

2004 Volkswagen California

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

58,626 mi
Last recorded58,626 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2021
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen California88,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHON 729D
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Fail 21 Apr 2021 58,626 miles

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both lower sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 58,010 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 57,107 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside -recommend cleaning and greasing (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside -recommend cleaning and greasing (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 17 Apr 2018 57,107 miles

Front registration plate delaminated needs sticking (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 37% - nearside weaker than offside (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside -recommend cleaning and greasing (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside -recommend cleaning and greasing (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 54,958 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 53,573 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 51,846 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 50,332 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 48,727 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 46,356 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 44,619 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

engine oil leak & gearbox oil leak

n/s/r bumpstop missing

o/s front crossmember slightly corroded

slight oil leak on steering box

stone chip passenger front screen

Pass 29 Oct 2009 42,317 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 39,988 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 37,546 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2007 37,538 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 35,776 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 35,773 miles

Front Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

o/s front floor plate not welded floor not corrided

Pass 20 Oct 2005 33,611 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2005 33,611 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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HON 729D is a 2004 Volkswagen California in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 HON 729D, 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.

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HON 729D is a 2004 Volkswagen California, first registered on 25 October 2004.

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