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PY08 PBF

2008 Volkswagen California

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

65,330 mi
Last recorded65,330 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen California61,894 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY08 PBF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 65,330 miles

offside front macpherson strut slight roughness top mount bearing

Fail 22 Jul 2026 65,330 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

offside front macpherson strut slight roughness top mount bearing

Pass 24 Jul 2025 57,080 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 48,246 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 47,751 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Light Corrosion to Both Rear Springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2024 47,751 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Retaining Clip Missing & CV Boot is Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Light Corrosion to Both Rear Springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 45,606 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner clip defective (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2022 43,532 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 40,902 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot inner clip defective/leaking grease, but the boot still prevents the ingress of dirt. 6.1.7 (g) (i)

Pass 8 Jun 2020 38,816 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 36,609 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 35,417 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust back box outer skin heavily corroded

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

Pass 26 Oct 2017 31,696 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 29,698 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2016 29,698 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 27,109 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 23,679 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 20,765 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 16,687 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 14,700 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 2 Jun 2011 8,841 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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PY08 PBF is a 2008 Volkswagen California in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PY08 PBF, 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

How do I check the history of PY08 PBF?

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What year was PY08 PBF registered?

PY08 PBF is a 2008 Volkswagen California, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is PY08 PBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY08 PBF shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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