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J409 UKV

1992 Volkswagen Corrado

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2024
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

101,467 mi
Last recorded101,467 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2023
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Corrado128,688 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ409 UKV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCorrado
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2023 101,467 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2013 100,041 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 8 Aug 2013 100,004 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 95,756 miles

battery insecurly mounted

Fail 27 Mar 2012 95,756 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

battery insecurly mounted

Fail 30 Mar 2011 86,835 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 86,835 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 82,586 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 75,383 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2008 75,383 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2005 69,029 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2005 69,029 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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J409 UKV is a 1992 Volkswagen Corrado in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1992 Volkswagen Corrado models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 128,688 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 Corrado fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 5,984 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J409 UKV, 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 34 years old, this Volkswagen Corrado is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J409 UKV registered?

J409 UKV is a 1992 Volkswagen Corrado, first registered on 24 April 1992.

Is J409 UKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J409 UKV shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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