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Volkswagen Corrado

Black · Petrol · 1994 · 1,984 cc

M255 CDUMOT history

M255 CDU is a black petrol Volkswagen Corrado first used on 1 Aug 1994. Its MOT expired on 18 Jun 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 123,321 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jun 2026
Mileage
123,321 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,230 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M255 CDU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Corrado
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
1 Aug 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

M255 CDU was last recorded at 123,321 miles on 11 Jun 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,319 miles · 3 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,230 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 123,321 miles
  • 2024 – 121,378 miles
  • 2023 – 120,410 miles
  • 2022 – 119,332 miles
  • 2021 – 117,422 miles
  • 2020 – 116,618 miles
  • 2019 – 116,453 miles
  • 2017 – 116,439 miles
  • 2016 – 115,186 miles
  • 2015 – 109,507 miles
  • 2014 – 106,502 miles
  • 2013 – 105,500 miles
  • 2011 – 100,847 miles
  • 2010 – 96,012 miles
  • 2009 – 91,398 miles
  • 2008 – 88,842 miles
  • 2007 – 85,529 miles
  • 2006 – 81,850 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,321 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 7 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,321 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    123,321 miles
    Test number
    275913824339
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail123,319 miles (+1,941)12 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,319 miles
    Test number
    315779125398
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to vehicle over heating (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced boot floor and rear crash bar behind bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass121,378 miles (+968)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    121,378 miles
    Test number
    386227483476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass120,410 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    120,410 miles
    Test number
    946955061641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail120,410 miles (+1,078)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,410 miles
    Test number
    135336957857
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  6. Pass119,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    119,332 miles
    Test number
    656959867610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail119,332 miles (+1,910)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,332 miles
    Test number
    336475692995
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking at fuel pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass117,422 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    117,422 miles
    Test number
    410784981987
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre scrubbing on inner edge

  9. Fail117,422 miles (+804)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,422 miles
    Test number
    105124135509
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre scrubbing on inner edge

  10. Pass116,618 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    116,618 miles
    Test number
    646957866834
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre starting to wear on inner edge slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail116,618 miles (+165)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,618 miles
    Test number
    550379091469
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre starting to wear on inner edge slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass116,453 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    116,453 miles
    Test number
    364709963643
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail116,450 miles (+11)1 dangerous6 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,450 miles
    Test number
    690812106269
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill / inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill / inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass116,439 miles (+1,253)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    116,439 miles
    Test number
    774733771631
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass115,186 miles (+4)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    115,186 miles
    Test number
    873198774903
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside front tyres wearing on inner shoulders

  16. Fail115,182 miles (+5,675)2 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,182 miles
    Test number
    187644015464
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside front tyres wearing on inner shoulders

  17. Pass109,507 miles (+3,005)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    109,507 miles
    Test number
    297067135017
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  18. Fail106,502 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,502 miles
    Test number
    527618224021
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  19. Pass106,502 miles (+1,002)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    106,502 miles
    Test number
    987608724029
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  20. Fail105,500 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,500 miles
    Test number
    299978803043
    • Repaired at testBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  21. Pass105,500 miles (+4,653)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    105,500 miles
    Test number
    477848903037
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  22. Pass100,847 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    100,847 miles
    Test number
    156044411323
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  23. Fail100,847 miles (+4,835)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,847 miles
    Test number
    956164111363
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  24. Pass96,012 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    96,012 miles
    Test number
    104254810320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail95,987 miles (+4,589)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,987 miles
    Test number
    914140900390
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

  26. Pass91,398 miles (+2,556)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    91,398 miles
    Test number
    111414619356
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteEngine oil level low

  27. Pass88,842 miles (+3,313)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    88,842 miles
    Test number
    430041218393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass85,529 miles (+3,679)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    85,529 miles
    Test number
    934076517338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass81,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    81,850 miles
    Test number
    780011016323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M255 CDU

Does M255 CDU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M255 CDU expired on 18 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M255 CDU?
The MOT on M255 CDU expired on 18 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M255 CDU done?
M255 CDU was recorded at 123,321 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2025, an average of 2,230 miles a year.
Has M255 CDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M255 CDU has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on M255 CDU 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 M255 CDU find?
M255 CDU passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2025 with 1 advisory: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear.

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