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A39 HLD

1983 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,138 mi
Last recorded74,138 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2023
Typical for 1983 Porsche 91197,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA39 HLD
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,299cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2023 74,138 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 73,284 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 71,994 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 71,602 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 71,291 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 70,177 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Oct 2018 70,177 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2017 68,508 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 66,875 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 66,424 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2015 66,424 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 64,904 miles

slightly rough o/s/f/ bearing

Pass 30 Oct 2013 64,844 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 64,840 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 64,836 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 64,836 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 64,783 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 64,184 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 64,176 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale missing (1.3.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 63,862 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 63,845 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 63,810 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 63,810 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 63,407 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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A39 HLD is a 1983 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 A39 HLD, 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 A39 HLD registered?

A39 HLD is a 1983 Porsche 911, first registered on 17 October 1983.

Is A39 HLD safe to buy?

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