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UXY 70

1958 Porsche 356

Blue Petrol 1286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

799,915 mi
Last recorded799,915 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUXY 70
MakePorsche
Model356
Year1958
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,286cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2010 799,915 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Steering box slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

gearbox oil leak

Fail 3 Sep 2010 799,905 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Steering box slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

gearbox oil leak

Fail 3 Jun 2009 79,334 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 79,334 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 78,834 miles

showing signs of rust surface

Pass 14 Aug 2006 78,126 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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UXY 70 is a 1958 Porsche 356 in Blue with a 1,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 UXY 70, 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 68 years old, this Porsche 356 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was UXY 70 registered?

UXY 70 is a 1958 Porsche 356, first registered on 14 January 1958.

Is UXY 70 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UXY 70 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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