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LK54 LRL

2004 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

174,210 mi
Last recorded174,210 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen California88,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK54 LRL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 174,210 miles

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

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 8 Feb 2025 167,881 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 162,185 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2024 162,185 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 158,084 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2023 158,077 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 0.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Feb 2022 151,176 miles

Centre exhaust in poor condition

Fail 1 Feb 2022 151,174 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Centre exhaust in poor condition

Pass 2 Feb 2021 148,548 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 143,544 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jan 2019 140,020 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear seats ()

Pass 21 Dec 2017 136,834 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2017 136,834 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 124,996 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 111,341 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 111,341 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Dec 2014 102,235 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2014 88,511 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 4 Jan 2014 88,511 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 May 2013 6,990 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 79,882 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 70,530 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 62,521 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2009 53,589 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 43,987 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 34,843 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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LK54 LRL is a 2004 Volkswagen California in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 88,511 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 LK54 LRL, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen California is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LK54 LRL registered?

LK54 LRL is a 2004 Volkswagen California, first registered on 1 December 2004.

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