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OSU 641

1988 Porsche 356

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,412 mi
Last recorded41,412 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSU 641
MakePorsche
Model356
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2022 41,412 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 40,570 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Sep 2012 37,804 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2011 33,478 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2010 28,779 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 10 Jun 2006 28,437 miles

Front suspension has excessive movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Front suspension has excessive play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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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OSU 641 is a 1988 Porsche 356 in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OSU 641, 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 38 years old, this Porsche 356 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OSU 641?

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What year was OSU 641 registered?

OSU 641 is a 1988 Porsche 356, first registered on 24 October 1988.

Is OSU 641 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OSU 641 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OSU 641 have outstanding finance?

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