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H890 VSO

1991 Volkswagen Taro

Green Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

94,023 mi
Last recorded94,023 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Taro120,735 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH890 VSO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTaro
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 94,023 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 93,383 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 92,178 miles

Nearside Front hub has a slight leak

Fail 19 Mar 2024 92,178 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front hub has a slight leak

Pass 19 Jan 2023 89,864 miles

Nearside Front hub has a slight leak

Pass 22 Jan 2022 85,223 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 84,900 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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H890 VSO is a 1991 Volkswagen Taro in Green with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1991 Volkswagen Taro models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 120,735 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 H890 VSO, 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 35 years old, this Volkswagen Taro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H890 VSO?

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What year was H890 VSO registered?

H890 VSO is a 1991 Volkswagen Taro, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H890 VSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for H890 VSO shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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