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MJ07 XGF

2007 Volkswagen California

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

114,515 mi
Last recorded114,515 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen California75,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ07 XGF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 114,515 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 Mar 2026 114,504 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 110,719 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front and rear suspension components slightly corroded

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 108,293 miles

Front and rear suspension components slightly corroded

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 105,944 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2022 102,212 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 99,194 miles

Rear corrosion centre exhaust and back box

Pass 3 Jun 2019 92,299 miles

corrosion centre and rear exhaust section

Pass 21 May 2018 88,193 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 84,925 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2017 84,925 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 May 2016 81,599 miles

damage o/s rear lens

Fail 19 May 2016 81,599 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

damage o/s rear lens

Pass 15 Jun 2015 76,076 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 72,003 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 61,994 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 50,009 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 36,846 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 23,735 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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MJ07 XGF is a 2007 Volkswagen California in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 MJ07 XGF, 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 MJ07 XGF registered?

MJ07 XGF is a 2007 Volkswagen California, first registered on 15 May 2007.

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