1992 Volkswagen Corrado — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,085 MOT tests analysed for the 1992 Volkswagen Corrado, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension. Its pass rate of 78.1% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (78.1%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 24.0% in the 150k+ group versus 14.2% in the 60-90k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 12.3% | 134 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.5% | 114 |
| 3 | Suspension | 7.5% | 81 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 6.0% | 65 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 5.6% | 61 |
| 6 | Visibility | 4.5% | 49 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp | 65 |
| 2 | Catalyst emissions | 64 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 62 |
| 4 | Rbt (sp) | 54 |
| 5 | Service brake performance | 47 |
| 6 | Wheel bearings | 34 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 28.9% | 314 |
| 2 | Suspension | 26.8% | 291 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 14.3% | 155 |
| 4 | Tyres | 13.4% | 145 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 12.9% | 140 |
| 6 | Other defects | 7.1% | 77 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 60-90k | 113 | 14.2% |
| 90-120k | 191 | 19.4% |
| 120-150k | 338 | 25.4% |
| 150k+ | 388 | 24.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 238 | 22.7% |
| 2022 | 210 | 20.9% |
| 2023 | 213 | 21.6% |
| 2024 | 209 | 19.6% |
| 2025 | 215 | 24.6% |
What to check before buying a 1992 Corrado
Before buying a 1992 Volkswagen Corrado, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 12.3% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (12.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (10.5% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Suspension (7.5% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 1992 Volkswagen Corrados pass their MOT?
78.1% of the 1,085 1992 Volkswagen Corrado MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 21.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 1992 Volkswagen Corrado?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 12.3% of tests, followed by brakes (10.5%).
Does the 1992 Corrado get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 14.2% in the 60-90k band to 24.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,085 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.