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CTV 308K

1972 Porsche 911 Targa

Silver Petrol 2398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

51,435 mi
Last recorded51,435 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCTV 308K
MakePorsche
Model911 Targa
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,398cc
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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2009 51,435 miles

slight binding to offside rear brake

slight play in offside & nearside steering rack

Fail 3 Mar 2009 51,433 miles

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

slight play in offside & nearside steering rack

slight binding to offside rear brake

Pass 28 Mar 2008 51,290 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 51,290 miles

Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

nearside handbrake cable insecure

offside rear outer cv gaiter insecure

Pass 31 Mar 2007 52,823 miles

Advise bonnet strut weak

Battery insecure

Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Oil leak

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

Fail 10 Mar 2007 50,787 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Advise front bonnet struts weak

Battery insecure

Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Oil leak

Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2006 49,567 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2006 49,652 miles

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

Play in N/S front wheel bearing.

Play in steering rack

How Reliable is the Porsche 911 Targa?

Based on 849 MOT tests across 105 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
828
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
105
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too high 28
brake binding 22
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 17
position lamp(s) not working 17
fog lamp not working 16
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CTV 308K is a 1972 Porsche 911 Targa in Silver with a 2,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Porsche 911 Targa fails its MOT is headlamp aim too high, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CTV 308K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 911 Targa typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 54 years old, this Porsche 911 Targa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CTV 308K registered?

CTV 308K is a 1972 Porsche 911 Targa, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is CTV 308K safe to buy?

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