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JR08 VWC

2008 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

65,198 mi
Last recorded65,198 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen California61,894 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJR08 VWC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 65,198 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Feb 2025 62,219 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2025 62,219 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 10 Feb 2024 59,004 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 55,387 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2022 53,005 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 50,389 miles

rear exhaust system corroded

Pass 8 Feb 2020 48,529 miles

all suspension arms are generally rusty

centre and rear exhaust silencers are corroded

front subframe is starting to corrode

rear inner brake pads are 75% worn approx

Pass 9 Feb 2019 44,924 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 41,498 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 38,203 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 34,713 miles

Rear Exhaust back box badly corroded but not leaking.

Pass 14 Feb 2015 31,255 miles

outer skin on rear silencer corrroded

Pass 8 Feb 2014 27,523 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 22,917 miles

n/s/r o/s/r tyre side walls perished

Fail 4 Feb 2012 19,653 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Feb 2012 19,653 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 15,512 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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JR08 VWC is a 2008 Volkswagen California in Blue 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 JR08 VWC, 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.

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What year was JR08 VWC registered?

JR08 VWC is a 2008 Volkswagen California, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is JR08 VWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for JR08 VWC 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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