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Volkswagen Corrado

Blue · Petrol · 1994 · 2,861 cc

L1 XEMMOT history

L1 XEM is a blue petrol Volkswagen Corrado first used on 12 May 1994. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 179,903 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
179,903 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,634 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 XEM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Corrado
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,861 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
12 May 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 XEM was last recorded at 179,903 miles on 6 May 2026, 520 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,383 miles · 13 May 2025
Between the last two tests
520 miles
Average per year
2,634 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 179,903 miles
  • 2025 – 179,383 miles
  • 2024 – 176,528 miles
  • 2023 – 173,500 miles
  • 2022 – 171,317 miles
  • 2021 – 169,728 miles
  • 2020 – 168,660 miles
  • 2019 – 166,409 miles
  • 2018 – 163,895 miles
  • 2017 – 162,259 miles
  • 2016 – 160,308 miles
  • 2015 – 156,856 miles
  • 2014 – 156,383 miles
  • 2013 – 153,410 miles
  • 2012 – 149,398 miles
  • 2011 – 146,898 miles
  • 2010 – 139,786 miles
  • 2008 – 135,514 miles
  • 2007 – 132,751 miles
  • 2006 – 128,826 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,903 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryN/S jacking point damaged.

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.

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Slight play in both front suspension top mountings.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

29 tests since 15 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,903 miles (+520)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    179,903 miles
    Test number
    693476600113
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/S jacking point damaged.

  2. Pass179,383 miles (+24)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    179,383 miles
    Test number
    418908176833
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front suspension top mountings.

  3. Fail179,359 miles (+2,831)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,359 miles
    Test number
    755804689901
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Wheel bearing has excessive play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both badly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front suspension top mountings.

  4. Pass176,528 miles (+3,028)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    176,528 miles
    Test number
    579542108977
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in O/S suspension top mounting.

  5. Pass173,500 miles (+2,183)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    173,500 miles
    Test number
    875150677082
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked in centre of screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in O/S top mounting.

  6. Pass171,317 miles (+1,589)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    171,317 miles
    Test number
    883860261282
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension top mountings worn.
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass169,728 miles (+1,068)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    169,728 miles
    Test number
    224704562763
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass168,660 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    168,660 miles
    Test number
    449705577408
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both pitted on the inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component front pressure pipes (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Fail168,660 miles (+2,251)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,660 miles
    Test number
    239880010931
    • MajorBrake performance not tested due to caliper leaking (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to catalyst missing (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both pitted on the inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component front pressure pipes (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass166,409 miles (+2,514)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    166,409 miles
    Test number
    414667200372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass163,895 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    163,895 miles
    Test number
    884549164553
    • AdvisoryBoth front jacking points damaged.
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail163,895 miles (+1,636)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,895 miles
    Test number
    221513405999
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front jacking points damaged.
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass162,259 miles (+1,951)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    162,259 miles
    Test number
    174150491473
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs slightly pitted.
    • AdvisoryBoth jacking points damaged.
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both (2.5.A.1c)

  14. Pass160,308 miles (+3,452)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    160,308 miles
    Test number
    113183017807
    • AdvisoryDamage to both jacking points.
    • AdvisoryInterior rear view mirror missing.
    • AdvisoryN/S/R tyre split/cut on the inner sidewall.
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak.
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from gearbox, suspect N/S driveshaft seal at fault.

  15. Fail156,856 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,856 miles
    Test number
    379484135082
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteO/S jacking point badly damaged.
    • NoteSlight play in O/S steering rack end.

  16. Pass156,856 miles (+473)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    156,856 miles
    Test number
    855394635046
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteO/S jacking point badly damaged.
    • NoteSlight play in O/S steering rack end.

  17. Pass156,383 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    156,383 miles
    Test number
    147687034028
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  18. Fail156,383 miles (+2,973)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,383 miles
    Test number
    825627434045
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  19. Pass153,410 miles (+4,012)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    153,410 miles
    Test number
    229198613067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass149,398 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    149,398 miles
    Test number
    117155622444
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth number plate characters deteriorated.

  21. Fail149,398 miles (+2,500)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,398 miles
    Test number
    588615522000
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth number plate characters deteriorated.

  22. Pass146,898 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    146,898 miles
    Test number
    996416021097
    • NoteBoth numberplates carbon effect.
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber missing.
    • NoteCorrosion in rear panel by fuel tank strap.
    • NoteN/S door mirror cover loose.
    • NoteRear view mirror missing.

  23. Fail146,898 miles (+7,112)2 failures1 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,898 miles
    Test number
    238206321038
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteBoth numberplates carbon effect.
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber missing.
    • NoteCorrosion in rear panel by fuel tank strap.
    • NoteN/S door mirror cover loose.
    • NoteRear view mirror missing.

  24. Pass139,786 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    139,786 miles
    Test number
    483146120090
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail139,786 miles (+4,272)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,786 miles
    Test number
    722855620085
    • FailureFuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass135,514 miles (+2,763)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    135,514 miles
    Test number
    462357358461
    • AdvisoryFront 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 Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteDrivers seat has slight movement
    • NoteSlight play in steerin column

  27. Pass132,751 miles (+3,925)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    132,751 miles
    Test number
    214822757352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass128,826 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    128,826 miles
    Test number
    221063256366
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  29. Fail128,826 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,826 miles
    Test number
    801989946318
    • FailureParking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) or their associated mountings locking device insecure (3.1.4b)
    • FailureRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Questions about L1 XEM

Does L1 XEM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L1 XEM is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L1 XEM?
The MOT on L1 XEM is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L1 XEM done?
L1 XEM was recorded at 179,903 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 2,634 miles a year.
Has L1 XEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 XEM has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on L1 XEM 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 L1 XEM find?
L1 XEM passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; n/s jacking point damaged..

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