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T496 DET

1999 Volkswagen California

Green Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

295,241 mi
Last recorded295,241 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen California236,024 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT496 DET
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 295,241 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

general underside corrosion

Fail 24 Apr 2026 295,241 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

general underside corrosion

Pass 4 Nov 2024 295,111 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Nov 2023 293,122 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 17 Nov 2023 293,122 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 22 Nov 2022 289,740 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Jan 2022 283,867 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2022 283,867 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 279,197 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 29 Jan 2021 279,195 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Dec 2019 274,146 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 16 Dec 2019 274,145 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Jan 2019 268,017 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Jan 2018 259,536 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Jan 2017 249,457 miles

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Mar 2016 240,822 miles

oil leak

slight play in steering rack inner joints

Pass 18 Mar 2015 228,763 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 220,582 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 211,588 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 197,234 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 184,322 miles

Slight rumble from o/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 3 Jun 2010 174,307 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2009 161,364 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 18 Jun 2008 155,117 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 142,319 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 129,618 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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T496 DET is a 1999 Volkswagen California in Green with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 1999 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 236,024 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 T496 DET, 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 27 years old, this Volkswagen California is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T496 DET registered?

T496 DET is a 1999 Volkswagen California, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T496 DET safe to buy?

The MOT history for T496 DET shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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