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PF10 YHS

2010 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

90,946 mi
Last recorded90,946 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 Volkswagen California52,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF10 YHS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 90,946 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 86,852 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 77,226 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 72,222 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2022 72,221 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2021 62,864 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 57,507 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 56,798 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front suspension knocking

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 55,557 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 49,093 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 49,092 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 39,501 miles

engine mount ?

Pass 6 Jul 2015 27,704 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 16,703 miles

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)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 15,294 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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PF10 YHS is a 2010 Volkswagen California in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2010 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 52,184 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 PF10 YHS, 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 16 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 PF10 YHS registered?

PF10 YHS is a 2010 Volkswagen California, first registered on 2 July 2010.

Is PF10 YHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF10 YHS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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