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Volkswagen Corrado

Silver · Petrol · 1992 · 2,861 cc

K21 VKRMOT history

K21 VKR is a silver petrol Volkswagen Corrado first used on 1 Aug 1992. Its MOT expired on 7 Dec 2018 and it has passed 9 of 17 MOT tests, with 160,937 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Dec 2018
Mileage
160,937 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2025
MOT tests
17
9 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,893 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K21 VKR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Corrado
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,861 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
1 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Dec 2018
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

K21 VKR was last recorded at 160,937 miles on 31 Oct 2025, 3,710 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,227 miles · 8 Dec 2017
Between the last two tests
3,710 miles
Average per year
2,893 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 160,937 miles
  • 2017 – 157,227 miles
  • 2016 – 157,207 miles
  • 2015 – 157,133 miles
  • 2014 – 153,597 miles
  • 2012 – 148,219 miles
  • 2011 – 143,500 miles
  • 2010 – 139,056 miles
  • 2009 – 133,394 miles
  • 2008 – 127,124 miles
  • 2007 – 115,881 miles
  • 2006 – 104,164 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail160,937 miles
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested pipe burst on test (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch area, rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded burst on rollers (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced towing eye area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all round (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRadiator support bracket corroded

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail160,937 miles (+3,710)13 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,937 miles
    Test number
    264150049485
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested pipe burst on test (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch area, rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded burst on rollers (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced towing eye area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all round (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRadiator support bracket corroded

  2. Pass157,227 miles (+2)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    157,227 miles
    Test number
    246208812067
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight damage sill panel (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure has slight damage sill panel (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated plus slight exhaust gas leak

  3. Fail157,225 miles (+18)21 failures20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,225 miles
    Test number
    849705483107
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill panel (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor panel (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill panel (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has slight damage sill panel (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  4. Fail157,207 miles (+74)15 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,207 miles
    Test number
    731345894367
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing no stalk (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt missing no stalk (5.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront discs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear discs corroded

  5. Fail157,133 miles (+3,536)12 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,133 miles
    Test number
    172570672924
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureStatutory seat belt missing both rear stalks missing (5.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  6. Pass153,597 miles (+16)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    153,597 miles
    Test number
    288219014119
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear brake discs rusty

  7. Fail153,581 miles (+5,362)3 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,581 miles
    Test number
    198155884430
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront brake discs rusty
    • NoteO/s front brake slightly binding
    • NoteRear brake discs rusty

  8. Pass148,219 miles (+4,719)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    148,219 miles
    Test number
    927659712378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass143,500 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    143,500 miles
    Test number
    205119341222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail143,500 miles (+4,444)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,500 miles
    Test number
    486549241234
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  11. Pass139,056 miles (+5,662)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    139,056 miles
    Test number
    352527770174
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAdvis front number plate cracked
    • NoteAdvise n/s head light pattern deteriorating .
    • NoteO/s front brake binding slightley.

  12. Pass133,394 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    133,394 miles
    Test number
    544067669102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail133,355 miles (+6,231)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,355 miles
    Test number
    443853869165
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureFront Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  14. Pass127,124 miles (+115)9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2009
    Odometer
    127,124 miles
    Test number
    150408528104
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail127,009 miles (+11,128)5 failures10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,009 miles
    Test number
    941091028118
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass115,881 miles (+11,717)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    115,881 miles
    Test number
    781157187001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass104,164 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    104,164 miles
    Test number
    884676076026
    • NoteOil leak from engine

Questions about K21 VKR

Does K21 VKR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K21 VKR expired on 7 Dec 2018, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K21 VKR?
The MOT on K21 VKR expired on 7 Dec 2018. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K21 VKR done?
K21 VKR was recorded at 160,937 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2025, an average of 2,893 miles a year.
Has K21 VKR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K21 VKR has failed 8 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on K21 VKR 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 K21 VKR find?
K21 VKR failed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2025 with 13 major defects and 6 advisories: brake performance unable to be tested pipe burst on test; headlamp aim too low both; nearside front coil spring fractured or broken, and 16 more.

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