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LA09 FMX

2009 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,786 mi
Last recorded119,786 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen California56,777 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA09 FMX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 119,786 miles

Nearside Upper Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Offside Upper Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 May 2026 119,786 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Upper Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Offside Upper Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 May 2025 118,530 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 May 2025 118,524 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 109,299 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2024 109,298 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front o/s/f fog light not working

Pass 1 Feb 2023 104,158 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Fog light not working

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Under body trims fitted

Fail 1 Feb 2023 104,158 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Fog light not working

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Under body trims fitted

Pass 26 Jan 2022 94,441 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 86,674 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 82,482 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 74,912 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 69,175 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 61,867 miles

Offside Front fog light not working

Pass 12 Nov 2015 52,840 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 45,616 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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LA09 FMX is a 2009 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LA09 FMX, 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 LA09 FMX registered?

LA09 FMX is a 2009 Volkswagen California, first registered on 8 June 2009.

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