MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
43,369 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
How Reliable is the Porsche 356?
Based on 2,745 MOT tests across 409 vehicles.
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ALC 551A is a 1963 Porsche 356 in Cream with a 1,582cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1963 Porsche 356 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 25,728 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 356 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ALC 551A, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Porsche 356 typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 63 years old, this Porsche 356 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was ALC 551A registered?
ALC 551A is a 1963 Porsche 356, first registered on 8 October 1963.
Is ALC 551A safe to buy?
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