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J231 SOP

1991 Volkswagen Taro

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

147,239 mi
Last recorded147,239 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2011
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Taro120,735 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ231 SOP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTaro
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2011 147,239 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 145,474 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 145,447 miles

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

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

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

water pump bearing noisy

Pass 10 Oct 2007 142,276 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2006 137,272 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 137,227 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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J231 SOP is a 1991 Volkswagen Taro in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J231 SOP, 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

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What year was J231 SOP registered?

J231 SOP is a 1991 Volkswagen Taro, first registered on 2 December 1991.

Is J231 SOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J231 SOP shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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