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ADZ 204

1988 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

6,900 mi
Last recorded6,900 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Porsche 91193,142 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADZ 204
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 6,900 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 6,650 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2023 5,969 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 2,591 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 685 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 243 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 115,228 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 115,228 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 113,450 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 113,450 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 113,153 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 113,151 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 111,871 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 111,517 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 111,039 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 109,861 miles

offside and nearside front tyres showing evidence of contacting inner wheel arch

Pass 14 Jun 2012 109,160 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 109,160 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 107,475 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 107,475 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Fail 24 Jun 2010 106,857 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 106,857 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 106,008 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 104,647 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 103,439 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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ADZ 204 is a 1988 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 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 ADZ 204, 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

How do I check the history of ADZ 204?

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What year was ADZ 204 registered?

ADZ 204 is a 1988 Porsche 911, first registered on 8 February 1988.

Is ADZ 204 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ADZ 204 shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ADZ 204 have outstanding finance?

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