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MX55 XBV

2005 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

64,187 mi
Last recorded64,187 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2013
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen California101,750 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX55 XBV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2013 64,187 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Apr 2013 64,187 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 May 2010 50,928 miles

screw in nearside rear tyre on outer edge, slight tyre wear to both rear tyres , nearside wiper becoming poor !!

Pass 21 Oct 2008 35,454 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2008 35,454 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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MX55 XBV is a 2005 Volkswagen California in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 101,750 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 MX55 XBV, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen California is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MX55 XBV registered?

MX55 XBV is a 2005 Volkswagen California, first registered on 7 November 2005.

Is MX55 XBV safe to buy?

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