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A475 YOX

1983 Porsche 911

White Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2022
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

126,391 mi
Last recorded126,391 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2023
Typical for 1983 Porsche 91197,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA475 YOX
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 Sep 2023 126,391 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Steering locking device missing track rod end split pin (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Upper Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted Bolt loose (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Steering locking device missing track rod end split pin (2.1.3 (d))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Heavily undersealed throughout

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Throttle pedal sticking

Pass 23 Feb 2021 126,391 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 126,391 miles

N/S wing mirror cracked

Pass 16 Jun 2018 126,391 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 126,391 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 126,310 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 21 Jul 2008 126,310 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 30 Nov 2007 126,302 miles

Nearside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

dry and rusty on chassi,body,fuel pipes and brake pipes need cleaning and wax oiling throughout the vehicle

Fail 29 Jul 2006 125,806 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Nearside Front rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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A475 YOX is a 1983 Porsche 911 in White with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 A475 YOX, 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.

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What year was A475 YOX registered?

A475 YOX is a 1983 Porsche 911, first registered on 12 August 1983.

Is A475 YOX safe to buy?

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