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VU55 OJO

2006 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

75,878 mi
Last recorded75,878 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen California64,433 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU55 OJO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 75,878 miles

Central Rear exhaust corroded

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2025 73,056 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 May 2025 73,050 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded o/s front to rear into hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded n/s front to rear into hose (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 May 2024 71,392 miles
Fail 9 May 2024 71,384 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer Headlamp aim too low adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Headlamp aim too low adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2023 68,276 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 66,198 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 63,228 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 62,254 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 60,375 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2019 60,375 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2018 57,167 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 52,453 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2017 52,453 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear pads low

Pass 6 Jan 2016 46,332 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 43,060 miles

All four tyres low on tread

Pass 20 Dec 2013 40,212 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2013 40,212 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 34,766 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2012 32,650 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 28,706 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 24,949 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 17,685 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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VU55 OJO is a 2006 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 VU55 OJO, 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 VU55 OJO registered?

VU55 OJO is a 2006 Volkswagen California, first registered on 10 January 2006.

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The MOT history for VU55 OJO shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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