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HIL 2867

1990 Volkswagen Taro

Black Petrol 2237cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

67,275 mi
Last recorded67,275 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Taro135,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHIL 2867
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTaro
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,237cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 67,275 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2026 67,272 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 67,262 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2023 67,259 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2020 66,958 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2020 66,922 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 66,557 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 65,991 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2017 65,987 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear hub bearing has slight play

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel cable broken. (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 64,698 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 61,213 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 57,829 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 54,082 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 51,091 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 47,926 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 43,869 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 43,859 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 39,951 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 35,136 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 34,258 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 34,067 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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HIL 2867 is a 1990 Volkswagen Taro in Black with a 2,237cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 HIL 2867, 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.

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What year was HIL 2867 registered?

HIL 2867 is a 1990 Volkswagen Taro, first registered on 14 September 1990.

Is HIL 2867 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HIL 2867 shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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