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MH05 HJF

2005 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

200,100 mi
Last recorded200,100 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen California101,750 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH05 HJF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2022 200,100 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 21 Jan 2022 200,008 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 184,891 miles

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

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

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2019 179,826 miles

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

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

all brake lines corroded

Fail 14 Aug 2019 179,826 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

all brake lines corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2018 178,097 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front wishbones rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both rear tyres perished

exhaust corroded

front and rear brake pipes corroded

Fail 3 Sep 2018 178,086 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

exhaust corroded

nearside rear tyre cracking

Pass 26 Aug 2017 173,371 miles

exhaust very corroded

nearside front tyre badly worn on inside edge

offside front bottom arm bushes very weak

Fail 26 Aug 2017 173,371 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

exhaust very corroded

nearside front tyre badly worn on inside edge

offside front bottom arm bushes very weak

Pass 24 Aug 2016 161,708 miles

both front bottom arms front bushes have play

Pass 31 Jul 2015 148,499 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 31 Jul 2015 148,497 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 136,354 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Aug 2013 118,585 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 101,732 miles

offside rear tyre pos out of shape

Pass 24 Aug 2011 88,416 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 68,801 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 68,801 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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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MH05 HJF is a 2005 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 101,750 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 MH05 HJF, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen California is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MH05 HJF registered?

MH05 HJF is a 2005 Volkswagen California, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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