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Volkswagen Corrado

Green · Petrol · 1992 · 1,781 cc

J486 PPLMOT history

J486 PPL is a green petrol Volkswagen Corrado first used on 19 Mar 1992. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 118,483 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
118,483 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,900 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J486 PPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Corrado
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
19 Mar 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J486 PPL was last recorded at 118,483 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 2,061 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
116,422 miles · 22 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,061 miles
Average per year
1,900 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,483 miles
  • 2024 – 116,422 miles
  • 2023 – 116,123 miles
  • 2022 – 115,782 miles
  • 2017 – 115,675 miles
  • 2016 – 115,276 miles
  • 2015 – 114,797 miles
  • 2013 – 111,382 miles
  • 2012 – 111,372 miles
  • 2011 – 108,325 miles
  • 2010 – 103,723 miles
  • 2009 – 98,565 miles
  • 2008 – 93,598 miles
  • 2007 – 90,623 miles
  • 2006 – 84,658 miles
  • 2005 – 79,913 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,483 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 20 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,483 miles (+2,061)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    118,483 miles
    Test number
    835291997731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass116,422 miles (+299)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    116,422 miles
    Test number
    144687153830
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface corrosion suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass116,123 miles (+341)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    116,123 miles
    Test number
    123442051833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass115,782 miles (+107)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    115,782 miles
    Test number
    269171611194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass115,675 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    115,675 miles
    Test number
    197634933335
    • AdvisoryPanel under radiator corroded

  6. Fail115,675 miles (+399)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,675 miles
    Test number
    774205300985
    • Repaired at testObligatory mirror missing interior (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryPanel under radiator corroded

  7. Pass115,276 miles (+479)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    115,276 miles
    Test number
    129866682800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass114,797 miles (+3,415)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    114,797 miles
    Test number
    905789055097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass111,382 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    111,382 miles
    Test number
    316628433116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear fuel pipe corroded

  10. Fail111,382 miles (+10)6 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,382 miles
    Test number
    397358433177
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust bkt broken
    • NoteRear fuel pipe corroded

  11. Pass111,372 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    111,372 miles
    Test number
    268281052271
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  12. Fail111,372 miles (+3,047)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,372 miles
    Test number
    326701252279
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Pass108,325 miles (+4,602)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    108,325 miles
    Test number
    247283561286
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass103,723 miles (+5,158)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    103,723 miles
    Test number
    633846060284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass98,565 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    98,565 miles
    Test number
    904380169200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail98,565 miles (+4,967)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,565 miles
    Test number
    311250869269
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass93,598 miles (+2,975)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    93,598 miles
    Test number
    503890978265
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass90,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    90,623 miles
    Test number
    924810347374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail90,623 miles (+5,965)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,623 miles
    Test number
    540150147380
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass84,658 miles (+4,745)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    84,658 miles
    Test number
    304364066426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass79,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    79,913 miles
    Test number
    314973465284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail79,913 miles1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,913 miles
    Test number
    371263565268
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Questions about J486 PPL

Does J486 PPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J486 PPL is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on J486 PPL?
The MOT on J486 PPL is valid until 7 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J486 PPL done?
J486 PPL was recorded at 118,483 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 1,900 miles a year.
Has J486 PPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J486 PPL has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2017.
Has the mileage on J486 PPL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on J486 PPL find?
J486 PPL passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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