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J986 NFC

1991 Volkswagen Taro

White Petrol 1812cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

143,187 mi
Last recorded143,187 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2008
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Taro120,735 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ986 NFC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTaro
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,812cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2008 143,187 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 139,770 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 138,623 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2005 138,623 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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J986 NFC is a 1991 Volkswagen Taro in White with a 1,812cc 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 J986 NFC, 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 J986 NFC registered?

J986 NFC is a 1991 Volkswagen Taro, first registered on 24 October 1991.

Is J986 NFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J986 NFC 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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