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A491 DJM

1983 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

114,430 mi
Last recorded114,430 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2019
Typical for 1983 Porsche 91197,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA491 DJM
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2019 114,430 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2019 114,426 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 114,341 miles

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

Offside reverse lamp inop

Pass 18 Aug 2016 112,843 miles

the front windscreen wipers are in poor condition

Pass 15 May 2015 111,837 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 111,771 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 111,426 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2013 111,426 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 16 Dec 2011 111,231 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 111,222 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 110,698 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 110,694 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 May 2008 110,523 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 110,349 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 110,141 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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A491 DJM is a 1983 Porsche 911 in Black with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 A491 DJM, 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 A491 DJM registered?

A491 DJM is a 1983 Porsche 911, first registered on 25 August 1983.

Is A491 DJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A491 DJM shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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