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M5569S

1998 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

219,172 mi
Last recorded219,172 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen California245,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5569S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 Jun 2015 219,172 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 219,172 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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M5569S is a 1998 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 245,847 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 M5569S, 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 28 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 M5569S registered?

M5569S is a 1998 Volkswagen California, first registered on 17 November 1998.

Is M5569S safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5569S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M5569S have outstanding finance?

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