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T5 FWS

2006 Volkswagen California

Black Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

94,366 mi
Last recorded94,366 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen California64,433 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT5 FWS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 94,366 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 92,582 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 89,199 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2023 87,947 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 Jul 2023 87,947 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 77,993 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 77,993 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tyre out of shape (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jul 2021 68,056 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2021 68,056 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended Not retracting (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 64,451 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 60,762 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 57,133 miles

Exhaust rear box corroded

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 May 2017 52,045 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 46,688 miles

Exhaust rear box outer shell corroded

Fail 1 Jun 2016 46,688 miles

Exhaust rear box outer shell corroded

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 May 2015 44,163 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Jun 2014 43,048 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 41,917 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 41,024 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 36,195 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

front wiper blades smearing

Pass 16 Apr 2010 33,501 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2009 29,875 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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T5 FWS is a 2006 Volkswagen California in Black with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 64,433 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 T5 FWS, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen California is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T5 FWS registered?

T5 FWS is a 2006 Volkswagen California, first registered on 1 April 2006.

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