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XPF 439S

1988 Porsche 911

Yellow Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2021
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

77,190 mi
Last recorded77,190 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2020
Typical for 1988 Porsche 91193,142 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPF 439S
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1988
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2020 77,190 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 77,190 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 77,190 miles

Front Front tyres show evidence of fouling the wheel arches but are clear at time of test.

Pass 24 Jul 2017 77,186 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 77,175 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2016 77,175 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside washer jet not working but does provide sufficient fluid to the screen.

Pass 11 Aug 2015 77,067 miles

Rear anti-roll bar upper link bushes are worn

Fail 10 Aug 2015 77,067 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Rear anti-roll bar upper link bushes are worn

Pass 23 Jul 2014 76,533 miles

Oil leak

brake fluid level in master cylinder getting low

Fail 21 Jul 2014 76,533 miles

Nearside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Oil leak

brake fluid level in master cylinder getting low

Fail 25 Jul 2013 75,756 miles

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 75,756 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 74,883 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 74,883 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 73,724 miles

front and rear tyres splitting due to age deterioration.

Pass 30 Jun 2010 73,702 miles

All tyres have cracks in treads and sidewalls.

Pass 22 Jul 2009 73,642 miles

All tyres have cracks in treads and walls.

Left rear brake binding slightly.

Fail 6 Aug 2008 73,588 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Left rear brake binding slightly.

Tyres cracking in treads and walls.

Pass 6 Aug 2008 73,588 miles

Left rear brake binding slightly.

Tyres cracking in treads and walls.

Pass 27 Jul 2007 73,497 miles

All 4 tyres starting to perish & crack.

Dip/Main beam switch very stiff

Left hand rear brake binding slightly.

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 73,487 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 73,482 miles

How Reliable is the Porsche 911?

Based on 977,057 MOT tests across 73,061 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
1,867
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
73,061
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 20,869
position lamp(s) not working 7,590
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 6,439
Headlamp aim too high 6,432
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,466
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XPF 439S is a 1988 Porsche 911 in Yellow with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1988 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 93,142 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 911 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 20,869 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XPF 439S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 911 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 38 years old, this Porsche 911 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XPF 439S registered?

XPF 439S is a 1988 Porsche 911, first registered on 25 March 1988.

Is XPF 439S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPF 439S shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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