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XSO 860S

1978 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

160,729 mi
Last recorded160,729 miles
Recorded on25 May 2011
Typical for 1978 Porsche 91189,745 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSO 860S
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2011 160,729 miles

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

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

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

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

nsf brake slight bind

slight oil leak

Pass 9 Jun 2010 160,372 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 160,372 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 156,330 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 156,330 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2008 152,613 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 16 Apr 2007 150,665 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 145,910 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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XSO 860S is a 1978 Porsche 911 in Red with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 89,745 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 XSO 860S, 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 48 years old, this Porsche 911 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XSO 860S?

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What year was XSO 860S registered?

XSO 860S is a 1978 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is XSO 860S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSO 860S shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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