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G288 SGT

1998 Volkswagen Corrado

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

247,482 mi
Last recorded247,482 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG288 SGT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCorrado
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 14 Feb 2007 247,482 miles

Front Windscreen wiper control missing (8.2.1a)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2006 244,252 miles

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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G288 SGT is a 1998 Volkswagen Corrado in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 G288 SGT, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen Corrado is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of G288 SGT?

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What year was G288 SGT registered?

G288 SGT is a 1998 Volkswagen Corrado, first registered on 12 March 1998.

Is G288 SGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G288 SGT shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G288 SGT have outstanding finance?

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