Taishan Commuter Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Taishan Commuter reliable? We analysed 445 real MOT tests across 174 vehicles to find out.
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The Taishan Commuter is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and shock absorber has inadequate damping effect.. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Taishan Commuter.
Taishan Commuter Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Taishan Commuter. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Taishan Commuter MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Taishan Commuter to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Taishan Commuter Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Taishan Commuter fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Taishan Commuter Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Taishan Commuter owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Taishan Commuter MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Taishan Commuter year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 132 | 65.9% | 1,222 | 2,046 | 4,014 |
| 2004 | 181 | 66.9% | 1,169 | 2,186 | 3,824 |
| 2003 | 106 | 74.5% | 1,213 | 2,082 | 3,158 |
How Long Does a Taishan Commuter Last?
Based on 174 Taishan Commuter vehicles on UK roads.
Taishan Commuter Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Taishan Commuter MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Taishan Commuter
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
74.5% MOT pass rate from 106 tests
65.9% MOT pass rate from 132 tests
The best year to buy a used Taishan Commuter is 2003, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 74.5% across 106 tests. The 2005 model year has the lowest pass rate at 65.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Taishan Commuter Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taishan Commuter THIS CAR | 68.3% | 445 | 2,053 mi | 23 yrs |
| Taishan Sport | 69.9% | 289 | 2,780 mi | 23 yrs |
| Ford Focus Zetec S Turbo | 90% | 549 | 59,348 mi | — yrs |
| Daf Trucks FADCF85.340 | 73.9% | 422 | 500,726 mi | — yrs |
| Ktm 350 Exc-f 20 | 82.8% | 296 | 2,209 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Taishan Sport (69.9% pass rate) and the Ford Focus Zetec S Turbo (90.0% pass rate), the Taishan Commuter trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Taishan Commuter has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.3% across 445 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Taishan Commuter are brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (26 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (24), and shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (24). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Taishan Commuter owner drives around 409 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Taishan Commuter models stay on UK roads for around 23 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.