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JD06 CAL

2006 Volkswagen California

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

61,702 mi
Last recorded61,702 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen California64,433 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJD06 CAL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 61,702 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2025 56,778 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 51,590 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 47,102 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 43,627 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 43,513 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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))

Fail 10 Nov 2020 43,513 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 42,877 miles

rear tyres lightly cracking

Pass 11 Apr 2018 41,627 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 39,963 miles

EXHAUST BACK BOX OUTER SKIN CORRODED

WIPERS STARTING TO SMEAR

Pass 6 Apr 2016 36,969 miles

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Fail 4 Apr 2016 36,969 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 2 Apr 2015 38,834 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 30,818 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 30,817 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2) DANGEROUS

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Exhaust gases entering vehicle

Pass 19 Apr 2013 27,082 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 24,168 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 20,345 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2010 15,915 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 10,387 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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JD06 CAL is a 2006 Volkswagen California in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 64,433 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 JD06 CAL, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen California is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JD06 CAL?

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What year was JD06 CAL registered?

JD06 CAL is a 2006 Volkswagen California, first registered on 25 May 2006.

Is JD06 CAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for JD06 CAL shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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