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UDB 871

1990 Porsche 356

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

47,085 mi
Last recorded47,085 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2019
Typical for 1990 Porsche 35637,129 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUDB 871
MakePorsche
Model356
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2019 47,085 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 46,738 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 46,682 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 46,603 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 46,480 miles

nearside front trunion joint upper and lower joint has free play.

offside front king pin joint has free play.

Pass 5 Jul 2013 46,082 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 45,992 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 45,768 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 40,909 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 44,684 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 44,289 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 44,289 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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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UDB 871 is a 1990 Porsche 356 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1990 Porsche 356 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 37,129 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 UDB 871, 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 36 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 UDB 871?

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What year was UDB 871 registered?

UDB 871 is a 1990 Porsche 356, first registered on 1 October 1990.

Is UDB 871 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UDB 871 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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