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MK59 RRU

2009 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

78,486 mi
Last recorded78,486 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen California56,777 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK59 RRU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 78,486 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 78,232 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2024 78,223 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Jul 2024 78,223 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 76,643 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 76,519 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 75,420 miles

Rear Outer exhaust skin detereorated

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Apr 2019 75,416 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 73,417 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 73,409 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 70,139 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 67,487 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2015 63,812 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Aug 2014 57,215 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 45,959 miles

nearside rear tyre slightly misshaped

Fail 28 Aug 2013 45,959 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

nearside rear tyre slightly misshaped

Pass 28 Aug 2012 37,347 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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MK59 RRU is a 2009 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 56,777 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 MK59 RRU, 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 17 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 MK59 RRU registered?

MK59 RRU is a 2009 Volkswagen California, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is MK59 RRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK59 RRU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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