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A512 RUM

1983 Porsche 911

White Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

99,216 mi
Last recorded99,216 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1983 Porsche 91197,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA512 RUM
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 99,216 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 99,003 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 98,995 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 98,775 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 98,308 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 98,176 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 98,162 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 97,941 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 97,723 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 97,533 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 97,358 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 97,048 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 97,034 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 97,034 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 97,033 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 96,617 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 96,136 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 96,136 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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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A512 RUM is a 1983 Porsche 911 in White with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 A512 RUM, 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 A512 RUM registered?

A512 RUM is a 1983 Porsche 911, first registered on 24 November 1983.

Is A512 RUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A512 RUM shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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