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XSL 300A

1989 Porsche 356

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,858 mi
Last recorded14,858 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2018
Typical for 1989 Porsche 35631,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSL 300A
MakePorsche
Model356
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2018 14,858 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 14,628 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 14,423 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 14,409 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 14,386 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 14,352 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 13,999 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 13,883 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 13,879 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 13,651 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 13,525 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 13,518 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 13,283 miles

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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XSL 300A is a 1989 Porsche 356 in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Porsche 356 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 31,992 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 XSL 300A, 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 37 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 XSL 300A?

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What year was XSL 300A registered?

XSL 300A is a 1989 Porsche 356, first registered on 22 June 1989.

Is XSL 300A safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSL 300A shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XSL 300A have outstanding finance?

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