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J5 TRM

1995 Volkswagen Corrado

Green Petrol 2861cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

60,814 mi
Last recorded60,814 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Volkswagen Corrado116,895 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ5 TRM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCorrado
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,861cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 60,814 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 60,807 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 60,807 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2024 60,807 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 60,802 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 60,783 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2022 60,783 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 60,781 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2021 60,781 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 60,671 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 60,671 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 60,671 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 60,671 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 60,633 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 59,919 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 59,919 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 58,467 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 58,467 miles

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 57,131 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 56,489 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 56,489 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 55,515 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 52,858 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Aug 2009 50,283 miles

child seats fitted o/s and n/s rear not allowing a full inspection of adult belts.

Pass 1 Sep 2008 47,209 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 44,309 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 41,950 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 39,990 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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J5 TRM is a 1995 Volkswagen Corrado in Green with a 2,861cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1995 Volkswagen Corrado models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 116,895 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 J5 TRM, 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 31 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 J5 TRM?

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What year was J5 TRM registered?

J5 TRM is a 1995 Volkswagen Corrado, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is J5 TRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J5 TRM shows 28 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J5 TRM have outstanding finance?

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