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C3 MOD

1993 Volkswagen Corrado

Blue Petrol 2861cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

161,433 mi
Last recorded161,433 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2011
Typical for 1993 Volkswagen Corrado128,806 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC3 MOD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCorrado
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,861cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2011 161,433 miles

both front tyres worn slightly on inner edges

inner edges of both rear tyres worn out of shape and very worn areas

windscreen chipped in os and ns swept areas

Fail 1 Mar 2011 161,433 miles

Brake pedal actuating lever has abnormal movement indicating excessive wear (3.3.A.1h)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front tyres worn slightly on inner edges

inner edges of both rear tyres worn out of shape and very worn areas

windscreen chipped in os and ns swept areas

Fail 25 Feb 2011 161,395 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front tyres worn on the inner edges

both rear tyres worn on the inner edges

rear wheels protruding from wheel arch

Pass 13 Sep 2009 159,629 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2008 147,535 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 140,546 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 140,375 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 132,555 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2006 132,555 miles

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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C3 MOD is a 1993 Volkswagen Corrado in Blue with a 2,861cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 C3 MOD, 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 C3 MOD registered?

C3 MOD is a 1993 Volkswagen Corrado, first registered on 7 October 1993.

Is C3 MOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C3 MOD shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C3 MOD have outstanding finance?

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