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Volkswagen Corrado

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 2,861 cc

L4 SBLMOT history

L4 SBL is a red petrol Volkswagen Corrado first used on 27 Aug 1993. Its MOT expired on 21 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 211,340 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 21 May 2026
Mileage
211,340 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2025
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,984 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 SBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Corrado
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,861 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
27 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 May 2026
Latest MOT test
22 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 SBL was last recorded at 211,340 miles on 22 May 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
211,339 miles · 21 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,984 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 211,340 miles
  • 2024 – 210,682 miles
  • 2023 – 210,347 miles
  • 2022 – 210,111 miles
  • 2021 – 209,852 miles
  • 2019 – 208,681 miles
  • 2018 – 208,535 miles
  • 2017 – 200,265 miles
  • 2016 – 195,225 miles
  • 2015 – 192,242 miles
  • 2014 – 189,371 miles
  • 2013 – 187,216 miles
  • 2012 – 183,320 miles
  • 2011 – 180,171 miles
  • 2010 – 172,954 miles
  • 2009 – 156,870 miles
  • 2008 – 142,820 miles
  • 2007 – 124,752 miles
  • 2006 – 115,490 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass211,340 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Bais valve too flexi (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bais valve too flexi (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass211,340 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2026
    Odometer
    211,340 miles
    Test number
    734586940718
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Bais valve too flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bais valve too flexi (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail211,339 miles (+657)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,339 miles
    Test number
    191344207612
    • DangerousCentral Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture Main line in to bias valve (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Bais valve too flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bais valve too flexi (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass210,682 miles (+335)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2025
    Odometer
    210,682 miles
    Test number
    727577358728
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass210,347 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    210,347 miles
    Test number
    874042451744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail210,347 miles (+236)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,347 miles
    Test number
    152460980959
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass210,111 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    210,111 miles
    Test number
    350538582663
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail210,107 miles (+255)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,107 miles
    Test number
    979106253086
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorRear Fuel tank insecure retaining strap broken (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass209,852 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    209,852 miles
    Test number
    101511946840
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail209,852 miles (+1,171)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,852 miles
    Test number
    961786762428
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass208,681 miles (+146)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    208,681 miles
    Test number
    148132802890
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass208,535 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    208,535 miles
    Test number
    579029201614
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  12. Fail208,535 miles (+8,270)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,535 miles
    Test number
    483316312490
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play of steering rack (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  13. Pass200,265 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    200,265 miles
    Test number
    723222670324
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded by load valve (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  14. Fail200,260 miles (+5,035)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,260 miles
    Test number
    193151801030
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded by load valve (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay o/s steering rack/rack end.

  15. Pass195,225 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    195,225 miles
    Test number
    313693640405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail195,197 miles (+2,955)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,197 miles
    Test number
    334342322109
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer. (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

  17. Pass192,242 miles (+2,871)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    192,242 miles
    Test number
    335494065049
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s headlamp poor pattern

  18. Pass189,371 miles (+2,155)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    189,371 miles
    Test number
    947656464047
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front headlamp beam image poor

  19. Fail187,216 miles3 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,216 miles
    Test number
    265113463067
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust heat shield insecure

  20. Pass187,216 miles (+3,896)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    187,216 miles
    Test number
    617783263074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust heat shield insecure

  21. Pass183,320 miles (+3,149)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    183,320 miles
    Test number
    147832262094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass180,171 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    180,171 miles
    Test number
    209149351082
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Fail180,171 miles (+7,217)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,171 miles
    Test number
    729889151006
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass172,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    172,954 miles
    Test number
    842462960083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail172,954 miles (+16,084)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,954 miles
    Test number
    641442260096
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  26. Pass156,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    156,870 miles
    Test number
    100052369471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail156,870 miles (+14,050)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,870 miles
    Test number
    940612469094
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass142,820 miles (+18,068)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    142,820 miles
    Test number
    940244158063
    • NoteEngine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

  29. Pass124,752 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    124,752 miles
    Test number
    811344257061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Fail124,752 miles (+9,262)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,752 miles
    Test number
    820404957083
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass115,490 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    115,490 miles
    Test number
    133619956434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail115,490 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,490 miles
    Test number
    531358256020
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • 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)

Questions about L4 SBL

Does L4 SBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L4 SBL expired on 21 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L4 SBL?
The MOT on L4 SBL expired on 21 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L4 SBL done?
L4 SBL was recorded at 211,340 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2025, an average of 4,984 miles a year.
Has L4 SBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 SBL has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2025.
Has the mileage on L4 SBL 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 L4 SBL find?
L4 SBL passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bais valve too flexi; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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