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WF08 XKM

2008 Volkswagen California

Beige Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,584 mi
Last recorded77,584 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen California61,894 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 XKM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 77,584 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 72,745 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bushes - nearside & offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil nearside & offside (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 68,523 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2023 64,149 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 54,063 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2021 54,063 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 52,259 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 50,342 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 45,701 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 45,701 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Jan 2017 40,160 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2017 40,160 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 35,422 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 34,049 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Mar 2014 31,232 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 24,917 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 18,996 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 14,866 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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WF08 XKM is a 2008 Volkswagen California in Beige with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WF08 XKM, 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.

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What year was WF08 XKM registered?

WF08 XKM is a 2008 Volkswagen California, first registered on 12 April 2008.

Is WF08 XKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF08 XKM shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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