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OFZ 3178

1999 Porsche Carrera

Silver Petrol 3400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2023
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,899 mi
Last recorded88,899 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2022
Typical for 1999 Porsche Carrera70,747 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFZ 3178
MakePorsche
ModelCarrera
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2022 88,899 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Corrosion forming on underside of vehicle

Exhaust system corroded

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold slight leak (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 23 Jun 2022 88,895 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Corrosion forming on underside of vehicle

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust system corroded

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold slight leak (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 87,815 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 86,070 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 84,108 miles

How Reliable is the Porsche Carrera?

Based on 6,223 MOT tests across 580 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
1,448
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 154
fog lamp not working 76
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 68
brake binding 59
position lamp(s) not working 57
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OFZ 3178 is a 1999 Porsche Carrera in Silver with a 3,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Porsche Carrera models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 70,747 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 Carrera fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OFZ 3178, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche Carrera typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 27 years old, this Porsche Carrera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OFZ 3178?

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What year was OFZ 3178 registered?

OFZ 3178 is a 1999 Porsche Carrera, first registered on 20 March 1999.

Is OFZ 3178 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFZ 3178 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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