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Volkswagen Califonia

Red · Diesel · 1992 · 1,896 cc

K85 CHBMOT history

K85 CHB is a red diesel Volkswagen Califonia first used on 10 Feb 1992. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 461,177 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jun 2027
Mileage
461,177 km
At MOT on 16 Jun 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,282 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K85 CHB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Califonia
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
10 Feb 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K85 CHB was last recorded at 461,177 km on 16 Jun 2026, 3 km more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jun 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Jul 2025: 452,879 km, lower than 452,972 km on 20 Jun 2025.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
461,174 km · 15 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
3 km
Average per year
7,282 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 461,177 km
  • 2025 – 452,884 km
  • 2024 – 443,375 km
  • 2023 – 421,591 km
  • 2022 – 421,059 km
  • 2021 – 417,968 km
  • 2020 – 416,016 km
  • 2019 – 412,155 km
  • 2018 – 407,435 km
  • 2017 – 401,237 km
  • 2016 – 392,430 km
  • 2015 – 391,636 km
  • 2014 – 389,224 km
  • 2012 – 380,151 km
  • 2011 – 365,420 km
  • 2010 – 355,497 km
  • 2009 – 351,141 km
  • 2007 – 325,984 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass461,177 km
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front steering wheel bonding loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 22 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass461,177 km (+3)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    461,177 km
    Test number
    323239452179
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail461,174 km (+8,290)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    461,174 km
    Test number
    412229357533
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass452,884 km (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    452,884 km
    Test number
    743287948459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering wheel bonding loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill step holed but not within 30 cm of seat belt mounting
  4. Fail452,879 km (-93)1 dangerous10 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    452,879 km
    Test number
    776208653031
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Speedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering wheel bonding loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill step holed but not within 30 cm of seat belt mounting
  5. Fail452,972 km (+9,597)9 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    452,972 km
    Test number
    221753869733
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSpeedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass443,375 km2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    443,375 km
    Test number
    104295434390
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail443,375 km (+21,784)6 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    443,375 km
    Test number
    523455105053
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass421,591 km2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    421,591 km
    Test number
    633452242218
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight weep of grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective slight tear (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced painted in protective product (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing outer casing corroded x2 (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel carrier bracket corroded
  9. Fail421,591 km (+532)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    421,591 km
    Test number
    786768828435
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight weep of grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective slight tear (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced painted in protective product (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing outer casing corroded x2 (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel carrier bracket corroded
  10. Pass421,059 km (+3,091)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    421,059 km
    Test number
    150997313628
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  11. Pass417,968 km (+1,952)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    417,968 km
    Test number
    919188882819
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  12. Pass416,016 km (+3,861)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    416,016 km
    Test number
    178727047674
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  13. Pass412,155 km (+4,720)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    412,155 km
    Test number
    782289621241
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  14. Pass407,435 km
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    407,435 km
    Test number
    166673583809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail407,425 miles1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    407,425 miles
    Test number
    653205454518
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
  16. Pass401,237 km (+8,807)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    401,237 km
    Test number
    546680658972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass392,430 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    392,430 km
    Test number
    166701682786
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroding
  18. Fail392,430 km2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    392,430 km
    Test number
    446079658296
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill holed. (5.2.6)
  19. Pass391,642 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    391,642 miles
    Test number
    646931055032
    • NoteBoth front antiroll bar bushes slightly worn
  20. Fail391,636 km (+2,412)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    391,636 km
    Test number
    946981555017
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  21. Pass389,224 km3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    389,224 km
    Test number
    157123254464
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  22. Fail389,224 km (+9,073)4 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    389,224 km
    Test number
    758953354045
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  23. Pass380,151 km1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    380,151 km
    Test number
    206635652319
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  24. Fail380,151 km (+14,731)4 failures2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    380,151 km
    Test number
    875313852361
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  25. Pass365,420 km5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    365,420 km
    Test number
    437244851491
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
  26. Fail365,420 km (+9,923)1 dangerous3 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    365,420 km
    Test number
    605043551320
    • DangerousPower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
  27. Pass355,497 km (+4,356)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    355,497 km
    Test number
    503764950366
    • NoteO/s front and o/s rear tyres getting low on tread
    • NoteSlight free play in n/s rack end
  28. Pass351,141 km1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    351,141 km
    Test number
    912410159356
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres getting low on tread
    • NoteFront brake discs rusty
    • NoteN/s steering rack end worn
    • NoteO/s front top ball joint very badly worn
  29. Pass338,754 miles (+286,672)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    338,754 miles
    Test number
    971893328323
    • NoteRadiator cross member holed and corroded
  30. Fail52,082 miles5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,082 miles
    Test number
    534128018356
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteRadiator cross member holed and corroded
  31. Pass325,984 km
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    325,984 km
    Test number
    811656227398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K85 CHB

Does K85 CHB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K85 CHB is valid until 15 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on K85 CHB?
The MOT on K85 CHB is valid until 15 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K85 CHB done?
K85 CHB was recorded at 461,177 km at its MOT on 16 Jun 2026, an average of 7,282 km a year.
Has K85 CHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K85 CHB has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on K85 CHB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Jul 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K85 CHB find?
K85 CHB passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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