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WP56 SNY

2007 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

112,018 mi
Last recorded112,018 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen California75,416 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP56 SNY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 112,018 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2026 112,005 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jun 2025 106,473 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 101,948 miles

Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 94,669 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 86,417 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2021 80,284 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2020 77,571 miles

middle and rear exhaust box corroding

Pass 18 Jun 2019 74,113 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose back box outer shell (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2019 74,110 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose back box outer shell (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 68,455 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 68,455 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 65,110 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

exhaust backbox deteriorated

Pass 29 Jun 2016 57,719 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 46,755 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 39,117 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 30,093 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 27,059 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 19 Jan 2011 24,243 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 18,257 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2010 18,248 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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WP56 SNY is a 2007 Volkswagen California in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 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 WP56 SNY, 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.

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WP56 SNY is a 2007 Volkswagen California, first registered on 19 January 2007.

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