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M47 XPP

1998 Volkswagen Corrado

Purple Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

156,327 mi
Last recorded156,327 miles
Recorded on15 May 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM47 XPP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCorrado
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2020 156,327 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 155,940 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2018 155,940 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Oil leaking excessively from engine oil filter housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 May 2017 155,475 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 17 Oct 2015 155,072 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 154,385 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 154,107 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 153,496 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 152,358 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 151,241 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 149,667 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 149,667 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2005 147,868 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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M47 XPP is a 1998 Volkswagen Corrado in Purple with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 M47 XPP, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen Corrado is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M47 XPP registered?

M47 XPP is a 1998 Volkswagen Corrado, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is M47 XPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M47 XPP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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