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MT08 YCU

2008 Volkswagen California

Green Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

45,593 mi
Last recorded45,593 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen California61,894 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT08 YCU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 45,593 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 43,819 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2024 43,819 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 40,214 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2023 40,214 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 35,766 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 31,368 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 27,592 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both nearside and offside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both nearside and offside front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 23,366 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 21,305 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 20,833 miles

Central Rear Upper High level brake light lens cimming loose

Pass 3 May 2016 19,892 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 19,228 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 18,011 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 17,089 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 13,993 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 9,990 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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MT08 YCU is a 2008 Volkswagen California in Green with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 61,894 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 MT08 YCU, 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 18 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 MT08 YCU registered?

MT08 YCU is a 2008 Volkswagen California, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is MT08 YCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT08 YCU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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