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L172 WGP

1993 Porsche 968

Red Petrol 2990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

109,299 mi
Last recorded109,299 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2023
Typical for 1993 Porsche 968103,593 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL172 WGP
MakePorsche
Model968
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,990cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2023 109,299 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 106,247 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 105,419 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 102,527 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened slight play in top mounts on both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Various under trays fitted

Vehicle underside undersealed

Pass 21 Jun 2018 96,438 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 95,977 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 95,668 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 92,152 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 88,159 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 83,079 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 May 2013 83,079 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 82,010 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 76,526 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 75,346 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 69,951 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Feb 2008 62,972 miles

STRONG ADVISE - Nearside rear tyre on legal limit

STRONG ADVISE - Offside rear tyre close to marker bars

Pass 19 Nov 2007 62,713 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Dec 2006 60,732 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Porsche 968?

Based on 16,956 MOT tests across 1,152 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
1,114
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
1,152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 548
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 382
Brake pipe excessively corroded 274
fog lamp not working 255
parking brake recording little or no effort 229
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L172 WGP is a 1993 Porsche 968 in Red with a 2,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1993 Porsche 968 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 103,593 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche 968 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 548 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L172 WGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 968 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 33 years old, this Porsche 968 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L172 WGP registered?

L172 WGP is a 1993 Porsche 968, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L172 WGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L172 WGP shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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