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A898 GLD

1983 Porsche 911

White Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

75,702 mi
Last recorded75,702 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 1983 Porsche 91197,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA898 GLD
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 75,702 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 75,702 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2022 75,702 miles

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

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

Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp both sides (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 75,387 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 71,849 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 67,747 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 65,187 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 62,040 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 58,585 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 58,585 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 57,261 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 57,123 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 56,926 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 56,315 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 55,170 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 53,168 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 51,255 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 47,865 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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A898 GLD 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 A898 GLD, 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 A898 GLD registered?

A898 GLD is a 1983 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A898 GLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A898 GLD 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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