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KU57 KWS

2007 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

159,179 mi
Last recorded159,179 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen California75,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU57 KWS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 159,179 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

centre exhaust silencer outer skin corroded no leaks visible

Fail 5 Aug 2026 159,179 miles

Nearside Rear Brake performance unable to be tested ridged pipe failed (1.2.1 (g))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

centre exhaust silencer outer skin corroded no leaks visible

Pass 4 Aug 2025 158,628 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Centre exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 157,282 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 24% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

centre exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Fail 6 Aug 2024 157,282 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 24% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

centre exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 31 Jul 2023 156,067 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 150,006 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 147,392 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 138,252 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 122,670 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2019 122,462 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.6 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2019 122,459 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.6 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 100,972 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 82,717 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 71,269 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/r and n/s/r seatbelts slow to retract

Fail 8 Jul 2016 71,269 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/r and n/s/r seatbelts slow to retract

Pass 17 Jul 2015 58,275 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 53,722 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear silencer corroded and deteriorated

Fail 7 Aug 2014 53,721 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear silencer corroded and deteriorated

Pass 8 Jul 2013 44,785 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 37,649 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 28,535 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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KU57 KWS is a 2007 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 75,416 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 KU57 KWS, 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 19 years old, this Volkswagen California is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KU57 KWS registered?

KU57 KWS is a 2007 Volkswagen California, first registered on 11 December 2007.

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