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G28 GEL

1990 Volkswagen Taro

Cream Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

112,837 mi
Last recorded112,837 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2008
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Taro135,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG28 GEL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTaro
Year1990
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2008 112,837 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jan 2007 108,695 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

chassis legs have corrosion

rear shock absorbers rusty

Pass 13 Feb 2006 107,622 miles

Advisory defects as test number 330080746069

Fail 9 Feb 2006 107,611 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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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G28 GEL is a 1990 Volkswagen Taro in Cream with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen Taro models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 135,380 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 G28 GEL, 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 36 years old, this Volkswagen Taro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G28 GEL registered?

G28 GEL is a 1990 Volkswagen Taro, first registered on 27 June 1990.

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