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F522 NMX

1989 Volkswagen Corrado

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

231,126 mi
Last recorded231,126 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Corrado133,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF522 NMX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCorrado
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 231,126 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 228,033 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 221,590 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2023 221,590 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 221,503 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 216,209 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Corrado?

Based on 78,718 MOT tests across 7,281 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
2,413
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
7,281
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,984
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,064
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,088
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,822
wheel bearing has excessive play 2,352
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F522 NMX is a 1989 Volkswagen Corrado in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Corrado models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 133,274 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Corrado fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 5,984 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F522 NMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Corrado typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Volkswagen Corrado is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F522 NMX?

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What year was F522 NMX registered?

F522 NMX is a 1989 Volkswagen Corrado, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F522 NMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F522 NMX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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