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SC08 CYX

2008 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

31,803 mi
Last recorded31,803 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen California61,894 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC08 CYX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 31,803 miles
Fail 21 May 2026 31,800 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer feed pipe split (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 30,197 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 28,013 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 26,295 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 25,938 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 25,183 miles
Fail 4 May 2021 25,183 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 24,311 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front & both rear brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 26 Nov 2019 24,310 miles

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both rear inner sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre has ply or cords exposed both front tyres on inner & outer edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front & both rear brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 22,106 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 20,389 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 18,321 miles

both front tyres showing wear on inner edges

Pass 12 Aug 2015 16,694 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Aug 2014 15,311 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2013 13,557 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 13,518 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 12,170 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 9,722 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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SC08 CYX is a 2008 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 SC08 CYX, 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.

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What year was SC08 CYX registered?

SC08 CYX is a 2008 Volkswagen California, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is SC08 CYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC08 CYX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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