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PE59 FYG

2009 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

33,691 mi
Last recorded33,691 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen California56,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE59 FYG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2025 33,691 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear exhaust silencer box deteriorated not blowing at time of test

under trays not allowing inspection of some components

Pass 21 Feb 2024 31,643 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 29,272 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 28,037 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 26,843 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 26,519 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 24,859 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 24,819 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 24,306 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 21,755 miles

Rear Both rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 5 Sep 2015 17,865 miles

Nearside Rear tyre beginning to crack on tread edges

Offside Rear tyre beginning to crack on tread edges

Fail 5 Sep 2015 17,865 miles

Nearside Rear tyre beginning to crack on tread edges

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear tyre beginning to crack on tread edges

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 23 Aug 2014 13,566 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

o/s/f, n/s/f, o/s/r, n/s/r tyre tread cracking

Pass 23 Aug 2014 13,566 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

o/s/f, n/s/f, o/s/r, n/s/r tyre tread cracking

Pass 7 Sep 2013 10,743 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 8,456 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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PE59 FYG is a 2009 Volkswagen California in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 PE59 FYG, 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 PE59 FYG registered?

PE59 FYG is a 2009 Volkswagen California, first registered on 11 September 2009.

Is PE59 FYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE59 FYG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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