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GKZ 171

1971 Porsche 356

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,240 mi
Last recorded20,240 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKZ 171
MakePorsche
Model356
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2016 20,240 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 19,801 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 29 Aug 2014 19,801 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 19,752 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 16,984 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 16,289 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 12 Apr 2011 16,277 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2009 15,746 miles

Nearside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 15,546 miles

How Reliable is the Porsche 356?

Based on 2,745 MOT tests across 409 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
406
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
409
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 76
Stop lamp not working 65
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 60
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 47
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 46
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GKZ 171 is a 1971 Porsche 356 in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GKZ 171, 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 55 years old, this Porsche 356 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GKZ 171 registered?

GKZ 171 is a 1971 Porsche 356, first registered on 1 April 1971.

Is GKZ 171 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GKZ 171 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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