Volkswagen Corrado MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Volkswagen Corrado. Check any Corrado by registration number below.

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79.0%

Avg Pass Rate

-6.6%

vs Volkswagen Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Volkswagen Corrado — MOT Reliability Overview

The Volkswagen Corrado has an average MOT pass rate of 79.0%, which is 6.6 percentage points below the Volkswagen brand average of 85.7%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Corrado on the road.

The most common reasons a Volkswagen Corrado fails its MOT are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, audible warning inoperative, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded. If you are preparing your Corrado for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Volkswagen Corrado, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Volkswagen Corrado performs at MOT across different model years.

1996

Based on 348 vehicles

75.3%Good

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.4%

Retest Rate

17.9%

1995

Based on 1,124 vehicles

82.0%Good

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.2%

Retest Rate

14.2%

1994

Based on 988 vehicles

76.3%Good

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.3%

Retest Rate

17.5%

1993

Based on 587 vehicles

76.0%Good

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

15.4%

1992

Based on 665 vehicles

75.6%Good

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

19.1%

1991

Based on 410 vehicles

82.9%Good

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.7%

Retest Rate

10.0%

1990

Based on 231 vehicles

81.4%Good

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

14.0%

1989

Based on 65 vehicles

83.1%Good

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

5.0%

0

Based on 1,550 vehicles

78.8%Good

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Mileage at 5yr

132k mi

Top MOT Failures — Volkswagen Corrado

The most common reasons a Volkswagen Corrado fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

3.5%

Audible warning inoperative

3.4%

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

3.2%

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

2.9%

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

2.5%

Volkswagen Corrado Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

6.3%

Front Offside

6.3%

Front

3.7%

Other Volkswagen Models

Compare MOT reliability across Volkswagen models.

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92.3% pass rate

Volkswagen Vento

88.2% pass rate

Volkswagen Golf Variant 1km

92.9% pass rate

Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition Tsi

93.5% pass rate

Volkswagen Golf Sv Se Navigation Tsi

75.0% pass rate

Volkswagen LT

60.3% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Volkswagen Corrado

Volkswagen Corrado — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Volkswagen Corrado MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen Corrado?

The average MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen Corrado is 79.0% compared to the Volkswagen average of 85.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Volkswagen Corrado?

The most common MOT failures on the Volkswagen Corrado are: Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (3.5%), Audible warning inoperative (3.4%), Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded (3.2%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Volkswagen Corrado reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 79.0%, the Volkswagen Corrado is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Volkswagen Corrado?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Volkswagen Corrado?

Typical mileage for the Volkswagen Corrado: 132,266 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Corrado to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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