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LMD 104B

1989 Porsche 356

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

30,574 mi
Last recorded30,574 miles
Recorded on9 May 2019
Typical for 1989 Porsche 35631,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMD 104B
MakePorsche
Model356
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2019 30,574 miles

Front Spare tyre defective Not inflated ()

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Rubbing on inside of wheel (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Boot floor holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Slight King pin lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Slight king pin lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 May 2019 30,572 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Spare tyre defective Not inflated ()

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Rubbing on inside of wheel (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Boot floor holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Slight King pin lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Slight king pin lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 30,278 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 30,050 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 29,517 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 29,196 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 28,186 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 27,530 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

slight corrosion to front underside of vehicle.

Fail 13 Feb 2013 27,530 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

slight corrosion to front underside of vehicle.

Pass 17 Feb 2012 25,812 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 25,226 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2011 25,226 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 23,315 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

front luggage compartment floor corroded

Pass 2 Mar 2009 21,941 miles

o/s parking brake slightly down to n/s

Pass 28 Feb 2008 20,963 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 19,021 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 19,021 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Mar 2006 9,019 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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LMD 104B is a 1989 Porsche 356 in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1989 Porsche 356 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 31,992 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LMD 104B, 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 37 years old, this Porsche 356 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LMD 104B registered?

LMD 104B is a 1989 Porsche 356, first registered on 15 February 1989.

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