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A168 JPB

1983 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,206 mi
Last recorded122,206 miles
Recorded on24 May 2022
Typical for 1983 Porsche 91197,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA168 JPB
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2022 122,206 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 122,206 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

steering wheel has slight side to side play but not excessive

Pass 11 May 2018 122,206 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

n/s/r and o/s/r tyres r fitted incorrect rotation to the tyre

Pass 29 Mar 2017 146,805 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2017 122,206 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 122,157 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 122,154 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 1 May 2010 120,552 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 May 2010 120,552 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 28 May 2008 118,881 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 118,708 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 117,730 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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A168 JPB is a 1983 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 97,048 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 A168 JPB, 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 43 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 A168 JPB registered?

A168 JPB is a 1983 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A168 JPB safe to buy?

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