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A236 GAO

1983 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

5,410 mi
Last recorded5,410 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 1983 Porsche 91197,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA236 GAO
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 5,410 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 3,573 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 2,665 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 1,466 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2021 1,466 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 1,278 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 1,244 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 906 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 718 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 472 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 387 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 150 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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A236 GAO 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 91.7%.

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 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 A236 GAO, 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

How do I check the history of A236 GAO?

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What year was A236 GAO registered?

A236 GAO is a 1983 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A236 GAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A236 GAO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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