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WU09 LGJ

2009 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

60,846 mi
Last recorded60,846 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen California56,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU09 LGJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 60,846 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 59,230 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small pin hole leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 56,753 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2024 56,733 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 54,512 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2023 54,512 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2022 52,333 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 49,466 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 48,124 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 46,659 miles

Under trays fitted

Fail 20 Jun 2018 46,432 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Under trays fitted

Pass 27 Jun 2017 42,675 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2016 39,180 miles

nearside front tyre 3mm tread

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 11 Jun 2015 35,844 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 12 Jun 2014 31,892 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 28 May 2013 27,177 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Apr 2012 21,395 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 21,395 miles

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

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

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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WU09 LGJ is a 2009 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 56,777 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 WU09 LGJ, 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 17 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 WU09 LGJ registered?

WU09 LGJ is a 2009 Volkswagen California, first registered on 28 April 2009.

Is WU09 LGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU09 LGJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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