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C3 TGA

1987 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

57,861 mi
Last recorded57,861 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Porsche 91195,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC3 TGA
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 57,861 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 57,342 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2025 57,335 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 56,408 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 56,308 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 56,294 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 56,275 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 56,244 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 56,230 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 56,213 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

exhaust corroded

Pass 13 May 2014 56,195 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

exhaust system corroded

Fail 13 May 2014 56,195 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

exhaust system corroded

Pass 8 May 2013 56,164 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 56,152 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 56,074 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2011 55,811 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Feb 2011 55,811 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 55,619 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 54,845 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 54,539 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

all brake hose collars rusting

Pass 16 Jan 2007 54,314 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 54,035 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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C3 TGA is a 1987 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1987 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 95,992 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 C3 TGA, 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 39 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 C3 TGA registered?

C3 TGA is a 1987 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is C3 TGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C3 TGA shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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