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260 VU

1979 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,404 mi
Last recorded90,404 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1979 Porsche 911108,193 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration260 VU
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 6 Aug 2025 90,404 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 90,201 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 89,995 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 89,805 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 89,497 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 88,591 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 87,701 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 87,617 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 87,143 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 86,730 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 86,548 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 86,279 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 85,776 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 85,576 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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260 VU is a 1979 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 108,193 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 260 VU, 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 47 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 260 VU?

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What year was 260 VU registered?

260 VU is a 1979 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is 260 VU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 260 VU shows 14 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 260 VU have outstanding finance?

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