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CJ17 VJO

2017 Volkswagen California

Yellow Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

52,947 mi
Last recorded52,947 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen California36,464 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJ17 VJO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2017
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 52,947 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2026 52,947 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 43,926 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2025 43,926 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jan 2024 33,734 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 23,814 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Jan 2023 23,814 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 14,534 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2022 14,534 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Feb 2021 4,638 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020

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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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CJ17 VJO is a 2017 Volkswagen California in Yellow with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 36,464 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 CJ17 VJO, 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 9 years old, this Volkswagen California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was CJ17 VJO registered?

CJ17 VJO is a 2017 Volkswagen California, first registered on 31 July 2017.

Is CJ17 VJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for CJ17 VJO shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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