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FRB 139L

1999 Porsche 911 Targa

Blue Petrol 2398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,834 mi
Last recorded17,834 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRB 139L
MakePorsche
Model911 Targa
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,398cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2009 17,834 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2008 17,833 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Porsche 911 Targa?

Based on 849 MOT tests across 105 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
828
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
105
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too high 28
brake binding 22
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 17
position lamp(s) not working 17
fog lamp not working 16
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FRB 139L is a 1999 Porsche 911 Targa in Blue with a 2,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Porsche 911 Targa fails its MOT is headlamp aim too high, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FRB 139L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 911 Targa typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 27 years old, this Porsche 911 Targa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FRB 139L registered?

FRB 139L is a 1999 Porsche 911 Targa, first registered on 3 September 1999.

Is FRB 139L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRB 139L shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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