Volkswagen Corrado
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 7 years from 3,601 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
81%
Total Tests
3,601
Best Year
1995 (85%)
Years Covered
7
About the Volkswagen Corrado
The Volkswagen Corrado has been tested 3,601 times in 2026 MOT data across 7 model years (1990 to 1996), with an average pass rate of 81%. That's close to the national average of 82%. Available as petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 1995 model is the most reliable with a 85% pass rate from 882 tests. The 1994 model has the lowest at 78%. The 7 point spread between years means reliability varies somewhat, but no year is dramatically different.
Reliability Trend
The VOLKSWAGEN CORRADO has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1990) averages 135,203 miles, while the newest (1996) averages 126,528 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Compared to the Volkswagen brand average of 85%, the Corrado is 4 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Volkswagen models.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Volkswagen Corrado by Year
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