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H892 VRS

1991 Volkswagen Taro

White Petrol 1812cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2007
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

66,823 mi
Last recorded66,823 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2007
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Taro120,735 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH892 VRS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTaro
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,812cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 Nov 2007 66,823 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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

Front bumper insecure

Pass 12 Oct 2006 65,366 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2006 65,366 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

very dirty underbody condition Recomend be cleaned before next inspection

Pass 18 Oct 2005 63,672 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2005 63,672 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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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H892 VRS is a 1991 Volkswagen Taro in White with a 1,812cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H892 VRS, 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.

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What year was H892 VRS registered?

H892 VRS is a 1991 Volkswagen Taro, first registered on 14 May 1991.

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