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J8 YFG

1993 Volkswagen Corrado

Blue Petrol 2861cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

202,363 mi
Last recorded202,363 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 1993 Volkswagen Corrado128,806 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 YFG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCorrado
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,861cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 May 2018 202,363 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear x2 (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2017 201,443 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 199,819 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 197,052 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 195,348 miles

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake pedal rubber missing

clean up brake pipes throughout

n/s door doesnot adjust

Pass 5 Nov 2011 191,239 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 186,153 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2009 177,108 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 170,100 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 154,968 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 145,702 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 25 Aug 2005 136,342 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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J8 YFG is a 1993 Volkswagen Corrado in Blue with a 2,861cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Volkswagen Corrado models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 128,806 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 J8 YFG, 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 33 years old, this Volkswagen Corrado is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J8 YFG registered?

J8 YFG is a 1993 Volkswagen Corrado, first registered on 11 June 1993.

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