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SJ03 HXN

2003 Volkswagen California

Green Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests32 (20 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

306,263 mi
Last recorded306,263 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen California88,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ03 HXN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

20 pass 12 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 306,263 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 292,547 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2024 292,547 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 281,336 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2023 281,336 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged Ring (1.6 (e))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2022 266,374 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 266,374 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2021 250,640 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 241,406 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 241,391 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 222,088 miles
Fail 30 May 2019 222,055 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2018 203,487 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 203,487 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged Ring (3.4.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 Jun 2017 184,617 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 163,092 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 163,067 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 148,433 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 134,756 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 134,756 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 119,362 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

play in nearside track rod

Pass 11 Jun 2012 106,860 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 93,524 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 93,524 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

play in nearside track rod

Pass 5 Jun 2010 79,795 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 79,791 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 23 May 2009 65,958 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 53,994 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 53,994 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 41,266 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 30,760 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2006 30,760 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

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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SJ03 HXN is a 2003 Volkswagen California in Green with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 88,342 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 SJ03 HXN, 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 23 years old, this Volkswagen California is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SJ03 HXN registered?

SJ03 HXN is a 2003 Volkswagen California, first registered on 9 June 2003.

Is SJ03 HXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ03 HXN shows 32 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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