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MM17 GXS

2017 Volkswagen California

Purple Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,820 mi
Last recorded47,820 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen California36,464 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM17 GXS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2017
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 47,820 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 42,340 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 34,852 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 27,775 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2022 27,775 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 21,048 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2021 21,048 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Jun 2020 14,287 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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MM17 GXS is a 2017 Volkswagen California in Purple with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 36,464 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 MM17 GXS, 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 9 years old, this Volkswagen California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MM17 GXS?

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What year was MM17 GXS registered?

MM17 GXS is a 2017 Volkswagen California, first registered on 30 June 2017.

Is MM17 GXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM17 GXS shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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