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G189 VTL

1989 Volkswagen Taro

White Petrol 2237cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

185,015 mi
Last recorded185,015 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2009
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Taro143,830 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG189 VTL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTaro
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,237cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 3 Jun 2009 185,015 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b) DANGEROUS

Brake operation has insufficient assistance for at least two more brake applications after the warning device has operated (3.3.D.3b) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b) DANGEROUS

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

in my oppinion this vechicle is dangeros to be used on the road because corrosion and brake defektive.

Pass 4 Jun 2008 182,333 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 179,096 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 177,131 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Taro?

Based on 4,174 MOT tests across 648 vehicles.

64.3%
Pass Rate
2,878
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
648
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 301
fog lamp not working 200
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 191
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 186
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 156
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G189 VTL is a 1989 Volkswagen Taro in White with a 2,237cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Taro models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 143,830 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Taro fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 301 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G189 VTL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Taro typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Volkswagen Taro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G189 VTL registered?

G189 VTL is a 1989 Volkswagen Taro, first registered on 8 December 1989.

Is G189 VTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G189 VTL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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