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K149 XAN

1993 Volkswagen Corrado

Grey Petrol 2861cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2015
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

140,011 mi
Last recorded140,011 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2014
Typical for 1993 Volkswagen Corrado128,806 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK149 XAN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCorrado
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,861cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2014 140,011 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 May 2013 139,813 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

unable to fully assess condition of brake pipes because of protective covering(grease)

Pass 2 May 2013 139,813 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

unable to fully assess condition of brake pipes because of protective covering(grease)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 138,917 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 135,565 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 135,565 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 130,463 miles

slight play in rear wheel bearings

Fail 16 Sep 2009 130,445 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Suspension has inadequate clearance with the chassis (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Suspension has inadequate clearance with the chassis (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 125,939 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 125,894 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Sep 2008 125,894 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 121,957 miles

air filter assembly loose,n/s/r a.b.s wiring close to exhaust.

Fail 3 Sep 2007 121,957 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

air filter assembly loose,n/s/r a.b.s wiring close to exhaust.

Pass 25 Jul 2006 100,168 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 100,096 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2005 94,783 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2005 94,783 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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K149 XAN is a 1993 Volkswagen Corrado in Grey with a 2,861cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

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 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 K149 XAN, 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.

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What year was K149 XAN registered?

K149 XAN is a 1993 Volkswagen Corrado, first registered on 11 February 1993.

Is K149 XAN safe to buy?

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