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G693 AAD

1990 Volkswagen Taro

Black Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2012
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

161,429 mi
Last recorded161,429 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2011
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Taro135,380 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG693 AAD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTaro
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc
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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2011 161,429 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 161,427 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 158,887 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2010 158,884 miles

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

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

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Front bumper insecure

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Oil leak

both front hub seals leaking

Pass 15 Dec 2008 152,476 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2008 152,466 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2007 143,484 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 12 Dec 2007 143,484 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2006 136,065 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 Dec 2006 136,065 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear propshaft uj badly worn

Pass 14 Dec 2005 126,363 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2005 126,363 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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G693 AAD is a 1990 Volkswagen Taro in Black with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 G693 AAD, 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 G693 AAD registered?

G693 AAD is a 1990 Volkswagen Taro, first registered on 2 January 1990.

Is G693 AAD safe to buy?

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