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MM07 ZYH

2007 Volkswagen California

Green Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

154,095 mi
Last recorded154,095 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen California75,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM07 ZYH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2007
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 154,095 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 151,258 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 140,895 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 139,147 miles

Front Suspension components covered in underseal (subframe)

Rear Suspension component covered in underseal

Fail 19 Dec 2022 139,146 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Suspension components covered in underseal (subframe)

Rear Suspension component covered in underseal

Pass 22 Dec 2021 134,787 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 129,679 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2019 123,080 miles

Front Both front strut top mountings noisy when moved from lock to lock.

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Strut top area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Strut top area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Dec 2019 123,080 miles

Front Both front strut top mountings noisy when moved from lock to lock.

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Strut top area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Strut top area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 114,625 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2018 114,623 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Dec 2017 101,609 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wearing on inner edge

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear stepped on inner edge (worn close to cords)

Pass 30 Dec 2016 88,113 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Dec 2016 88,113 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 77,329 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 21 Dec 2015 77,329 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 10 Dec 2014 67,119 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 10 Dec 2014 67,119 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Dec 2013 53,959 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2012 43,428 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Dec 2012 43,428 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 35,185 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 31,686 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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MM07 ZYH is a 2007 Volkswagen California in Green with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 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 MM07 ZYH, 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 MM07 ZYH registered?

MM07 ZYH is a 2007 Volkswagen California, first registered on 30 July 2007.

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