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SH15 YEE

2015 Volkswagen California

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

101,950 mi
Last recorded101,950 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2015 Volkswagen California41,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH15 YEE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2015
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 101,950 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2025 101,950 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 96,445 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 95,033 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2023 95,031 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 89,039 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 83,459 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 79,065 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2019 73,804 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Nov 2019 73,804 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 65,551 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 58,600 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 58,600 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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SH15 YEE is a 2015 Volkswagen California in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2015 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 41,220 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 SH15 YEE, 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 11 years old, this Volkswagen California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SH15 YEE registered?

SH15 YEE is a 2015 Volkswagen California, first registered on 21 May 2015.

Is SH15 YEE safe to buy?

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