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YV03 XLB

2003 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,467 mi
Last recorded88,467 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen California88,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYV03 XLB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 88,467 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Rear cross member/bumper support

Pass 2 Jun 2023 88,242 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 87,867 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2021 86,937 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe at caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 85,858 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2020 85,858 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2019 84,536 miles

Brake cable damaged but not to excess central brake cable (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 80,837 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 6 Jun 2017 77,355 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 May 2016 73,481 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 May 2016 73,458 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 71,968 miles
Pass 26 May 2014 69,374 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 67,631 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 67,565 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 May 2012 64,906 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 64,906 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 May 2011 61,508 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 58,780 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 58,753 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 54,601 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 50,670 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 2 Apr 2008 49,216 miles

Nearside Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 35,265 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

horn poor

left hand drive headlamps fitted with deflecters

Pass 20 Mar 2006 32,293 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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YV03 XLB is a 2003 Volkswagen California in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 88,342 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 YV03 XLB, 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 23 years old, this Volkswagen California is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YV03 XLB registered?

YV03 XLB is a 2003 Volkswagen California, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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