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J431 MFL

1991 Volkswagen Taro

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

132,995 mi
Last recorded132,995 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2010
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Taro120,735 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ431 MFL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTaro
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2010 132,995 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

rear chassis both sides corroded

Fail 1 Mar 2010 132,993 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

rear chassis both sides corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2009 131,451 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 128,064 miles

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

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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J431 MFL is a 1991 Volkswagen Taro in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J431 MFL, 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 J431 MFL registered?

J431 MFL is a 1991 Volkswagen Taro, first registered on 13 August 1991.

Is J431 MFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J431 MFL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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