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Volkswagen Corrado

Purple · Petrol · 1994 · 2,861 cc

L91 PHJMOT history

L91 PHJ is a purple petrol Volkswagen Corrado first used on 29 Apr 1994. Its MOT expired on 24 Nov 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 189,427 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Nov 2023
Mileage
189,427 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,449 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L91 PHJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Corrado
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,861 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
29 Apr 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L91 PHJ was last recorded at 189,427 miles on 25 Nov 2022, 1,333 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,094 miles · 3 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
1,333 miles
Average per year
2,449 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 189,427 miles
  • 2021 – 188,094 miles
  • 2020 – 186,479 miles
  • 2019 – 183,190 miles
  • 2018 – 182,185 miles
  • 2017 – 181,799 miles
  • 2016 – 177,594 miles
  • 2015 – 170,618 miles
  • 2014 – 168,078 miles
  • 2013 – 168,035 miles
  • 2012 – 166,379 miles
  • 2011 – 163,756 miles
  • 2010 – 162,138 miles
  • 2009 – 160,200 miles
  • 2008 – 157,239 miles
  • 2007 – 153,691 miles
  • 2006 – 149,629 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,427 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 25 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,427 miles (+1,333)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    189,427 miles
    Test number
    581112771515
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Pass188,094 miles (+1,615)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    188,094 miles
    Test number
    698402055373
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass186,479 miles (+3,289)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    186,479 miles
    Test number
    650178127285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass183,190 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    183,190 miles
    Test number
    994501213499
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components have corrosion
  5. Fail183,190 miles (+1,005)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,190 miles
    Test number
    831898530898
    • MajorFuel pipe union leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components have corrosion
  6. Pass182,185 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    182,185 miles
    Test number
    185745951856
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside (2.6.2)
  7. Fail182,185 miles (+386)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,185 miles
    Test number
    308305709269
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside (2.6.2)
  8. Pass181,799 miles (+4,205)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    181,799 miles
    Test number
    100413590803
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust has a slight leak at front pipe area (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak Oil leak from engine
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play Slight play in nsf steering arm at connection to steering rack (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt Small hole in CV gaitor osf outer joint (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever repaired, but not inappropriately Park brake lever looks to have been repaired but feels quite loose (3.1.8)
  9. Pass177,594 miles (+9)1 dangerous12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    177,594 miles
    Test number
    584277687442
    • DangerousOil leaking from engine and dripping on the floor.
    • AdvisoryAfter market/sports exhaust and suspension system fitted
    • AdvisoryBonnet is hard to open past the secondary catch
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe repaired, but not inappropriately off side brake pipe to Abs pump has no mounting points to body being used. (3.6.A.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust is loose at down pipe to cat. connection
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe repaired, but not inappropriately (3.6.A.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded Pas pipe to rack has some corrosion (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component Slight oil leak from PAS pump (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe repaired, but not inappropriately Both rear brake pipes have been mounted to the axle using cable ties (3.6.A.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level is very low
    • AdvisoryNear side wiper arm is hitting near side A pillar when in use
    • AdvisoryOff side indicator unit has a small crack
    • AdvisoryWind screen washers, some missing the screen
  10. Fail177,585 miles (+6,967)1 dangerous3 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,585 miles
    Test number
    874187168161
    • DangerousOil leaking from engine and dripping on the floor.
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working both number plate lights are not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryAfter market/sports exhaust and suspension system fitted
    • AdvisoryBonnet is hard to open past the secondary catch
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe repaired, but not inappropriately off side brake pipe to Abs pump has no mounting points to body being used. (3.6.A.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust is loose at down pipe to cat. connection
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe repaired, but not inappropriately (3.6.A.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded Pas pipe to rack has some corrosion (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component Slight oil leak from PAS pump (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level is very low
    • AdvisoryNear side wiper arm is hitting near side A pillar when in use
    • AdvisoryOff side indicator unit has a small crack
    • AdvisoryWind screen washers, some missing the screen
  11. Pass170,618 miles (+90)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    170,618 miles
    Test number
    367870825136
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
  12. Fail170,528 miles (+2,450)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,528 miles
    Test number
    396212715194
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak
  13. Pass168,078 miles (+43)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    168,078 miles
    Test number
    266135334443
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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 Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
  14. Fail168,035 miles (+1,656)9 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,035 miles
    Test number
    136681343267
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBody damage to O/S outer sill
  15. Pass166,379 miles (+3)3 advisories9 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    166,379 miles
    Test number
    637529122207
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres perishing
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edge advice replacing soon
    • NoteCorrosion on both sides sills
    • NoteDamage to O/S side sill
    • NoteFront wiper blades worn
    • NoteN/S/R tyre has damage to side wall
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSigns of a fuel leak
    • NoteSlight side to side movement in N/S/F seat
  16. Fail166,376 miles (+2,620)2 failures5 advisories9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,376 miles
    Test number
    447676322270
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres perishing
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edge advice replacing soon
    • NoteCorrosion on both sides sills
    • NoteDamage to O/S side sill
    • NoteFront wiper blades worn
    • NoteN/S/R tyre has damage to side wall
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSigns of a fuel leak
    • NoteSlight side to side movement in N/S/F seat
  17. Pass163,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    163,756 miles
    Test number
    807034011204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail163,756 miles (+1,618)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,756 miles
    Test number
    147731911251
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
  19. Pass162,138 miles (+1,938)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    162,138 miles
    Test number
    691334410296
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  20. Pass160,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    160,200 miles
    Test number
    860070329221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail160,200 miles (+2,961)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,200 miles
    Test number
    164848719239
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  22. Pass157,239 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    157,239 miles
    Test number
    311344538499
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are scrubbing on the inside edge.
  23. Fail157,239 miles (+3,548)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,239 miles
    Test number
    321864738264
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are scrubbing on the inside edge.
  24. Pass153,691 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    153,691 miles
    Test number
    762336737288
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  25. Fail153,691 miles (+4,062)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,691 miles
    Test number
    601986437233
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  26. Pass149,629 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    149,629 miles
    Test number
    663167036220
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about L91 PHJ

Does L91 PHJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L91 PHJ expired on 24 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L91 PHJ?
The MOT on L91 PHJ expired on 24 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L91 PHJ done?
L91 PHJ was recorded at 189,427 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2022, an average of 2,449 miles a year.
Has L91 PHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L91 PHJ has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2019.
Has the mileage on L91 PHJ 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 L91 PHJ find?
L91 PHJ passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.

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