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F356 WAD

1989 Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport

Red Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

79,242 mi
Last recorded79,242 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2022
Typical for 1989 Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport91,119 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF356 WAD
MakePorsche
ModelCarrera Coupe Sport
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2022 79,242 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2022 79,210 miles

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 27 May 2021 79,154 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 78,982 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 78,793 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 78,538 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 78,309 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 77,978 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 77,533 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 74,602 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 73,802 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 73,513 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 71,071 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 70,416 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 67,202 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 65,111 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2007 63,893 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 63,893 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 61,245 miles

How Reliable is the Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport?

Based on 2,800 MOT tests across 197 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
720
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
197
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 71
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 62
fog lamp not working 51
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 51
Headlamp aim too low 34
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F356 WAD is a 1989 Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport in Red with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1989 Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 91,119 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F356 WAD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 37 years old, this Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F356 WAD registered?

F356 WAD is a 1989 Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport, first registered on 16 March 1989.

Is F356 WAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F356 WAD shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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