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N10 VWC

1996 Volkswagen Corrado

Blue Petrol 2861cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

146,019 mi
Last recorded146,019 miles
Recorded on24 May 2023
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Corrado113,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN10 VWC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCorrado
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,861cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 May 2023 146,019 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside some corroded to sill

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 May 2023 146,019 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside some corroded to sill

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 145,282 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 144,090 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 143,791 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes Covered in grease or underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Front Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 143,765 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 142,603 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 142,603 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 140,090 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower sill slightly corroded

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 136,378 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 133,177 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 129,786 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 126,717 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 126,713 miles

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

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 123,320 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 117,893 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 110,178 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2008 105,559 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 105,559 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 100,135 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 94,147 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 94,147 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.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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N10 VWC is a 1996 Volkswagen Corrado in Blue with a 2,861cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Corrado models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 113,088 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 N10 VWC, 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 30 years old, this Volkswagen Corrado is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N10 VWC registered?

N10 VWC is a 1996 Volkswagen Corrado, first registered on 22 May 1996.

Is N10 VWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N10 VWC shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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