Taishan Sport Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Taishan Sport reliable? We analysed 289 real MOT tests across 112 vehicles to find out.
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The Taishan Sport is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Taishan Sport.
Taishan Sport Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Taishan Sport. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Taishan Sport MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Taishan Sport to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Taishan Sport Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Taishan Sport fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Taishan Sport Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Taishan Sport owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Taishan Sport MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Taishan Sport year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 89 | 70.8% | 1,011 | 2,396 | 5,147 |
| 2004 | 141 | 64.5% | 1,608 | 3,082 | 5,848 |
| 2003 | 52 | 84.6% | 1,256 | 2,858 | 3,847 |
How Long Does a Taishan Sport Last?
Based on 112 Taishan Sport vehicles on UK roads.
Taishan Sport Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Taishan Sport 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 Sport
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
84.6% MOT pass rate from 52 tests
64.5% MOT pass rate from 141 tests
The best year to buy a used Taishan Sport is 2003, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.6% across 52 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 64.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Taishan Sport Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taishan Sport THIS CAR | 69.9% | 289 | 2,780 mi | 23 yrs |
| Taishan Commuter | 68.3% | 445 | 2,053 mi | 23 yrs |
| Hyundai Santa Fe Ultimate HEV 2WD Auto | 91.8% | 559 | 27,674 mi | — yrs |
| Cpi Aragon 125 | 73% | 403 | 7,407 mi | 18 yrs |
| Ford Fiesta St-line Edition TDCI | 91.5% | 435 | 30,145 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Taishan Commuter (68.3% pass rate) and the Hyundai Santa Fe Ultimate HEV 2WD Auto (91.8% pass rate), the Taishan Sport sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Taishan Sport has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.9% across 289 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Taishan Sport are brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (18 recorded failures), shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (18), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (9). 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 Sport owner drives around 237 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 Sport 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.