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W5 NGM

2017 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,973 mi
Last recorded58,973 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen California36,464 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW5 NGM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2025 58,973 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 52,775 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 47,022 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 39,739 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 33,299 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 28,360 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2020

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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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W5 NGM is a 2017 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 36,464 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 W5 NGM, 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 9 years old, this Volkswagen California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W5 NGM registered?

W5 NGM is a 2017 Volkswagen California, first registered on 28 April 2017.

Is W5 NGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W5 NGM shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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