CarVerify

Free Car Check

J776 VCY

1992 Volkswagen Taro

Blue Petrol 1812cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2006
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

91,796 mi
Last recorded91,796 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2006
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Taro101,526 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ776 VCY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTaro
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,812cc
View full Volkswagen Taro reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Dec 2006 91,796 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2005 88,242 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2005 88,242 miles

Offside Front Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

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

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

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
Full Volkswagen Taro reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

J776 VCY is a 1992 Volkswagen Taro in Blue with a 1,812cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 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 J776 VCY, 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

How do I check the history of J776 VCY?

You can check the full history of J776 VCY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was J776 VCY registered?

J776 VCY is a 1992 Volkswagen Taro, first registered on 28 January 1992.

Is J776 VCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for J776 VCY shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J776 VCY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on J776 VCY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.