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R536 TAC

1998 Volkswagen California

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

256,172 mi
Last recorded256,172 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen California245,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR536 TAC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 256,172 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished 205/65/15C (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 255,777 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 255,614 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 253,490 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 252,157 miles

Nearside front ABS reluctor ring cracked

Nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

Offside front ABS reluctor ring cracked

Pass 10 Jun 2016 249,911 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 245,847 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 245,847 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 May 2014 232,473 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 220,942 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 220,942 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 201,349 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 201,349 miles

Offside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 180,152 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 161,965 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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R536 TAC is a 1998 Volkswagen California in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 245,847 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 R536 TAC, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen California is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R536 TAC registered?

R536 TAC is a 1998 Volkswagen California, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R536 TAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R536 TAC shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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