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WG56 EEF

2006 Volkswagen California

Black Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

64,482 mi
Last recorded64,482 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen California64,433 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG56 EEF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 64,482 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 63,975 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 60,567 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 57,508 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 52,166 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 51,425 miles

general underside corrosion

Pass 18 Nov 2019 49,122 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2019 49,122 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 44,993 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 39,997 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 36,832 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 32,152 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 28,247 miles

engine management light on

o/s/f wheel centre cap missing

Pass 13 Nov 2013 25,375 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine light on

Fail 6 Nov 2013 25,356 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine light on

Pass 9 Nov 2012 23,506 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2011 19,744 miles

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

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 9 Nov 2010 15,861 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2009 13,936 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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WG56 EEF is a 2006 Volkswagen California in Black with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 WG56 EEF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WG56 EEF registered?

WG56 EEF is a 2006 Volkswagen California, first registered on 16 November 2006.

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The MOT history for WG56 EEF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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