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X333 OAK

2008 Volkswagen California

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

101,256 mi
Last recorded101,256 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen California61,894 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX333 OAK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 101,256 miles

Exhaust tailpipe deteriorated

Offside Front Fog lamp cracked

Stickers down the nearside windscreen

Pass 18 Feb 2025 96,387 miles

Stickers down the nearside windscreen

Pass 6 Feb 2024 91,070 miles

Stickers down the nearside windscreen

Pass 17 Feb 2023 87,187 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 83,203 miles

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

both front lower suspension ball joint boots slightly deteriorated

Pass 24 Feb 2021 78,791 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2020 74,878 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front inner. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Centre and rear exhaust silencers corroded.

Exhaust centre to rear pipe corroded

Grease/Oil contamination to OS engine area.

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 69,717 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2019 69,717 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 63,493 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 58,149 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear tyre has tear

Fail 12 Apr 2017 58,149 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear tyre has tear

Pass 4 May 2016 52,195 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 52,195 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 May 2015 46,939 miles

Rear silencer rusty.

Pass 4 Nov 2013 33,421 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 31,692 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 26,438 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 20,346 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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X333 OAK is a 2008 Volkswagen California in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 X333 OAK, 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 X333 OAK registered?

X333 OAK is a 2008 Volkswagen California, first registered on 23 July 2008.

Is X333 OAK safe to buy?

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