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KS09 DKK

2009 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,394 mi
Last recorded81,394 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen California56,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS09 DKK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 81,394 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone mount removed from swept area ()

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge devoid off tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres have slight cracking to side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2024 75,985 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2024 75,985 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 71,404 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2023 71,402 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 68,026 miles

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

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))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2022 68,026 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2021 63,080 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2021 63,080 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2020 61,584 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 59,065 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 57,264 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 55,023 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearward (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearward (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear tyre bold inner and perishing

Fail 21 Jun 2017 55,019 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearward (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearward (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear tyre bold inner and perishing

Pass 6 Jun 2016 48,560 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 43,307 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Jun 2015 43,307 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2014 35,973 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 35,973 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 28,494 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 24,125 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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KS09 DKK is a 2009 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 56,777 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 KS09 DKK, 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 17 years old, this Volkswagen California is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KS09 DKK registered?

KS09 DKK is a 2009 Volkswagen California, first registered on 30 July 2009.

Is KS09 DKK safe to buy?

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