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YR08 OBC

2008 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,286 mi
Last recorded43,286 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen California61,894 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 OBC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2026 43,286 miles

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 14 May 2025 42,133 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 40,666 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2023 38,878 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 May 2022 37,517 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 35,861 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 35,261 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 32,886 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 30,981 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 28,413 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 25,640 miles

Nearside fuel tank leaking

Pass 27 Mar 2015 21,707 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 18,992 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 16,627 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 12,623 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 9,855 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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YR08 OBC is a 2008 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YR08 OBC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YR08 OBC registered?

YR08 OBC is a 2008 Volkswagen California, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is YR08 OBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 OBC shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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