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A306 SYP

1983 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

155,462 mi
Last recorded155,462 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2014
Typical for 1983 Porsche 91197,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA306 SYP
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2014 155,462 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2014 155,450 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 152,637 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front wheel brake disc/s pitted inner side face

both front wheel tyre treads worn on inner side edge

Fail 6 Sep 2010 152,615 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front wheel brake disc/s pitted inner side face

both front wheel tyre treads worn on inner side edge

Fail 25 Aug 2009 150,332 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 150,332 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 147,934 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 May 2007 145,968 miles

Offside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2006 140,215 miles

How Reliable is the Porsche 911?

Based on 977,057 MOT tests across 73,061 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
1,867
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
73,061
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 20,869
position lamp(s) not working 7,590
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 6,439
Headlamp aim too high 6,432
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,466
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A306 SYP is a 1983 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 97,048 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 Porsche 911 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 20,869 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A306 SYP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 911 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 43 years old, this Porsche 911 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A306 SYP registered?

A306 SYP is a 1983 Porsche 911, first registered on 29 September 1983.

Is A306 SYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A306 SYP shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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