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VW07 RDA

2007 Volkswagen California

Green Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

98,164 mi
Last recorded98,164 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen California75,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVW07 RDA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2007
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 98,164 miles

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

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

nearside and offside steering rack gaiters perished slightly

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 19 May 2025 96,309 miles

Nearside Front steering rack gaiter perished

Offside Front steering rack gaiter perished

Pass 20 May 2024 92,675 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 19 May 2023 86,700 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both exhaust boxes corroded

Pass 12 May 2022 81,922 miles

Exhaust corroded

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 21 May 2021 76,014 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 21 May 2021 76,014 miles

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2020 69,470 miles

Exhaust corroded

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Under covers fitted

Fail 22 Apr 2020 69,470 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust corroded

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Under covers fitted

Pass 15 May 2019 65,036 miles

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

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

rear exhaust box corroded on outer skin

Pass 16 May 2018 58,122 miles

Exhaust corroded

Pass 18 May 2017 51,651 miles

slight corrosion to exhaust center section

Pass 19 May 2016 46,312 miles

Exhaust system corroded through to second skin,

Fail 19 May 2016 46,312 miles

Exhaust system corroded through to second skin,

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 39,057 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Apr 2015 39,057 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 May 2014 36,630 miles

Exhaust slightly corroded

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2014 36,630 miles

Exhaust slightly corroded

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 May 2013 32,840 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 30,584 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 27,966 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 22,081 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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VW07 RDA is a 2007 Volkswagen California in Green with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 75,416 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 VW07 RDA, 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 19 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 VW07 RDA registered?

VW07 RDA is a 2007 Volkswagen California, first registered on 26 June 2007.

Is VW07 RDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VW07 RDA shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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