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A911 OST

1988 Porsche 911

Turquoise Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

47,285 mi
Last recorded47,285 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2024
Typical for 1988 Porsche 91193,142 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA911 OST
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1988
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2024 47,285 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 46,719 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 45,905 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 45,174 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 44,686 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 44,103 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 43,546 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2016 42,488 miles

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 21 Jul 2015 42,090 miles

235/45/17 fronts 285/40/17 rears

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear tyre perishing on side walls

Pass 23 Jul 2014 40,739 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 38,871 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight wear discs

Fail 31 Aug 2013 38,871 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight wear discs

Pass 30 Aug 2012 34,602 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 34,146 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 32,897 miles

cracks in front windscreen

front number plate cracked

slight damage to o/s/r wheel rim

Oil leak

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 28,910 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edge

engine oil leaks

slight play to nearside and offside front suspension strutts

Pass 21 May 2008 25,539 miles

Nearside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine oil leaks

some play to nearside and offside front suspension strutts

Pass 11 May 2007 23,168 miles

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

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

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

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

engine oil leaks

front brake discs worn

offside rear wheel bearing noisy

Pass 19 May 2006 20,991 miles

some engine oil leaks

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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A911 OST is a 1988 Porsche 911 in Turquoise with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1988 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 93,142 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A911 OST, 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 38 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 A911 OST registered?

A911 OST is a 1988 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is A911 OST safe to buy?

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