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YR08 XNE

2008 Volkswagen California

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

101,607 mi
Last recorded101,607 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen California61,894 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 XNE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 101,607 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2025 101,607 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 99,713 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2023 94,482 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 88,750 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2022 88,750 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2021 80,230 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 73,758 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2020 73,757 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 May 2019 61,419 miles

Central Front Inner Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2018 51,988 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 40,543 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 40,543 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 33,295 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 28,892 miles

advise n/s/r tyre slightly stepped on tread

advise rear back box outer skin corrosion (but not blowing)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 24,974 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 21,124 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 16,944 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 12,637 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 XNE 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 78.9%.

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 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 YR08 XNE, 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 XNE registered?

YR08 XNE is a 2008 Volkswagen California, first registered on 6 May 2008.

Is YR08 XNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 XNE shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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