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LJ57 ZVK

2007 Volkswagen California

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

133,499 mi
Last recorded133,499 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen California75,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 ZVK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 133,499 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 129,847 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 126,581 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2022 122,346 miles

Offside Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 10 Jan 2022 116,172 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 11 Jan 2021 111,384 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 108,701 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2020 108,701 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Dec 2018 102,852 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2018 97,543 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 Jan 2017 89,277 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 80,672 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 70,995 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 64,041 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jan 2013 58,349 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 50,529 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 38,658 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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LJ57 ZVK is a 2007 Volkswagen California in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 LJ57 ZVK, 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.

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What year was LJ57 ZVK registered?

LJ57 ZVK is a 2007 Volkswagen California, first registered on 31 December 2007.

Is LJ57 ZVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ57 ZVK shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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