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J566 EGC

1992 Volkswagen Taro

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

134,172 mi
Last recorded134,172 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2015
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Taro101,526 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ566 EGC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTaro
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 4 Nov 2015 134,172 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside 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)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2014 131,670 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Fail 16 Oct 2014 131,655 miles

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

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

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

Offside Rear Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2013 129,196 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 17 Oct 2013 129,196 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 125,352 miles

Both front to rear brake pipes corroded at the rear

Rear brake pipe on the load sensing valve corroded

Fail 16 Oct 2012 125,352 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Both front to rear brake pipes corroded at the rear

Rear brake pipe on the load sensing valve corroded

Pass 18 Oct 2011 120,746 miles

Both front brakes discs corroded

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front to rear brake pipes corroded

Fail 11 Oct 2011 120,547 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both front brakes discs corroded

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front to rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 6 Oct 2010 114,437 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 109,625 miles

Both rear lamp lenses cracked

Brake pedal rubber worn

Pass 8 Oct 2008 103,565 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 97,117 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 89,583 miles

battery loose

front number plate starting to crack

nearside headlamp starting to corrode

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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J566 EGC is a 1992 Volkswagen Taro in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1992 Volkswagen Taro models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.8% with a typical mileage of 101,526 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 J566 EGC, 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 34 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 J566 EGC registered?

J566 EGC is a 1992 Volkswagen Taro, first registered on 6 January 1992.

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