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Volkswagen Corrado

Blue · Petrol · 1994 · 2,861 cc

M656 FVCMOT history

M656 FVC is a blue petrol Volkswagen Corrado first used on 30 Sept 1994. Its MOT expired on 25 May 2026 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 158,791 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 25 May 2026
Mileage
158,791 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2025
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,432 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M656 FVC
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
30 Sept 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 May 2026
Latest MOT test
26 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

M656 FVC was last recorded at 158,791 miles on 26 May 2025, 3,770 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,021 miles · 15 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
3,770 miles
Average per year
2,432 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 158,791 miles
  • 2024 – 155,021 miles
  • 2023 – 155,017 miles
  • 2022 – 155,016 miles
  • 2021 – 154,314 miles
  • 2020 – 152,754 miles
  • 2019 – 151,196 miles
  • 2018 – 146,200 miles
  • 2017 – 145,753 miles
  • 2015 – 140,833 miles
  • 2014 – 129,128 miles
  • 2013 – 122,300 miles
  • 2012 – 119,934 miles
  • 2011 – 118,517 miles
  • 2010 – 118,008 miles
  • 2009 – 117,227 miles
  • 2008 – 115,550 miles
  • 2007 – 114,339 miles
  • 2006 – 112,990 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,791 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2013

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Horn not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass158,791 miles (+3,770)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2026
    Odometer
    158,791 miles
    Test number
    848822862181
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass155,021 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    155,021 miles
    Test number
    664896709827
    • 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBottom of front wings corooded

  3. Fail155,021 miles (+4)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,021 miles
    Test number
    898535080888
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Position lamp not working all lamps (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBottom of front wings corooded

  4. Fail155,017 miles (+1)13 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,017 miles
    Test number
    628589252892
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • 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))

  5. Fail155,016 miles (+702)1 dangerous9 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,016 miles
    Test number
    218470218388
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass154,314 miles (+3)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    154,314 miles
    Test number
    405644688957
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre size 205/50r15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Fail154,311 miles (+1,557)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,311 miles
    Test number
    991334828724
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator not working side indicator (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre size 205/50r15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass152,754 miles (+1,558)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    152,754 miles
    Test number
    170182633999
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass151,196 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    151,196 miles
    Test number
    111464602096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (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 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail151,187 miles (+1)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,187 miles
    Test number
    627147986053
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hub (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail151,186 miles (+4,986)2 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,186 miles
    Test number
    104359680682
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall and cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure reflector lose inside (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (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 to hub (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass146,200 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    146,200 miles
    Test number
    144468632981
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail146,197 miles (+444)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,197 miles
    Test number
    265566357508
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass145,753 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    145,753 miles
    Test number
    382390733741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail145,752 miles (+4,919)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,752 miles
    Test number
    289564040657
    • DangerousCoolant leak Heater Matrix lacking bad!
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

  16. Pass140,833 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    140,833 miles
    Test number
    787272336942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail140,808 miles (+160)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,808 miles
    Test number
    882544990492
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Fail140,648 miles (+11,520)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,648 miles
    Test number
    900205657521
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  19. Pass129,128 miles (+6,828)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    129,128 miles
    Test number
    579006424258
    • NoteO/s rear brake pipe corroded (to & from flexy hose)
    • NoteSlight play n/s & o/s upper strut mount assembly
    • NoteSlight play rear wheel bearings

  20. Pass122,300 miles (+2,366)4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    122,300 miles
    Test number
    256333633277
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre.
    • NoteNearside front tyre is worn on inner edge of tread.
    • NoteNearside rear brake pipe from load valve to flexi hose is corroded.
    • NoteOffside rear brake pipe to flexi hose is corroded.
    • NotePower steering pump is damp with fluid.

  21. Pass119,934 miles (+1,417)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    119,934 miles
    Test number
    448205532223
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNearside and offside rear brake flexi hose ferrules are corroded.(Hoses on calipers.)
    • NoteNearside front tyre is worn slightly on inner edge of tread.

  22. Pass118,517 miles (+509)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    118,517 miles
    Test number
    909365731254
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  23. Pass118,008 miles (+781)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    118,008 miles
    Test number
    633410730265
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  24. Pass117,227 miles (+1,677)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    117,227 miles
    Test number
    691511959239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass115,550 miles (+1,211)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    115,550 miles
    Test number
    393523878246
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  26. Pass114,339 miles (+1,349)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    114,339 miles
    Test number
    330922967229
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  27. Pass112,990 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    112,990 miles
    Test number
    120908756266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail112,975 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,975 miles
    Test number
    570836306282
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Questions about M656 FVC

Does M656 FVC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M656 FVC expired on 25 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M656 FVC?
The MOT on M656 FVC expired on 25 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M656 FVC done?
M656 FVC was recorded at 158,791 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2025, an average of 2,432 miles a year.
Has M656 FVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M656 FVC has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on M656 FVC 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 M656 FVC find?
M656 FVC passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2025 with 4 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides; nearside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear outer sill; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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