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J861 SAC

1991 Volkswagen Corrado

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2024
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

81,001 mi
Last recorded81,001 miles
Recorded on16 May 2023
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Corrado131,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ861 SAC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCorrado
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc
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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 May 2023 81,001 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 80,940 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 80,901 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 80,788 miles

Front panel rusted

Offside steering rack gaiter twisted

Fail 5 Feb 2013 80,787 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Front panel rusted

Offside steering rack gaiter twisted

Pass 9 Feb 2010 79,837 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Fail 6 Feb 2010 79,831 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 77,823 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2008 77,823 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 77,152 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 77,152 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2006 75,596 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 75,594 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

INSIDE MIRROR NOT SECURE

OFFSIDE STEERING RACK GAITER TWISTED CAM BELT?

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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J861 SAC is a 1991 Volkswagen Corrado in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1991 Volkswagen Corrado models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 131,133 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 J861 SAC, 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 35 years old, this Volkswagen Corrado is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J861 SAC registered?

J861 SAC is a 1991 Volkswagen Corrado, first registered on 1 December 1991.

Is J861 SAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J861 SAC shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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