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VLZ 2226

2008 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,196 mi
Last recorded17,196 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen California61,894 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLZ 2226
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 19 Sep 2025 17,196 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 17,059 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 16,886 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 16,664 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 16,304 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 16,301 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 16,000 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 15,226 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 14,353 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 13,473 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 13,290 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 12,754 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 12,751 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 12,220 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 11,683 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 10,944 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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VLZ 2226 is a 2008 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 VLZ 2226, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VLZ 2226 registered?

VLZ 2226 is a 2008 Volkswagen California, first registered on 4 January 2008.

Is VLZ 2226 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLZ 2226 shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VLZ 2226 have outstanding finance?

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