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KV08 NZW

2008 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

117,623 mi
Last recorded117,623 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen California61,894 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 NZW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 117,623 miles

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

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

Rear high level brake light flickering

Fail 4 Dec 2025 117,623 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear high level brake light flickering

Pass 9 Dec 2024 111,951 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 107,939 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2022 102,562 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 97,716 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 93,563 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))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 Nov 2019 90,305 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 86,867 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 29 Nov 2017 80,458 miles

Front Windscreen has minor damage outside the swept areas which is not restricting the driver's view

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Lower arm, Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Lower arm, Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Dec 2016 78,884 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 10 Dec 2015 74,184 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing slight play (2.5.B.1a)

Rear both rear discs slight score

Pass 10 Dec 2014 71,742 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 60,496 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 46,965 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 35,764 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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KV08 NZW is a 2008 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 KV08 NZW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KV08 NZW?

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What year was KV08 NZW registered?

KV08 NZW is a 2008 Volkswagen California, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is KV08 NZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV08 NZW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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