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A987 HPJ

1983 Porsche 911

Bronze Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

88,020 mi
Last recorded88,020 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1983 Porsche 91197,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA987 HPJ
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1983
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 88,020 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 88,005 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 87,871 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 87,843 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 86,875 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 85,779 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 85,725 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 84,672 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 83,558 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 92,941 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 92,941 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 82,941 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 82,753 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front discs pitted

rear discs pitted

Pass 12 Sep 2009 82,230 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 82,171 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

n/s/f seat missing at time of tested

Pass 2 Feb 2007 78,782 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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A987 HPJ is a 1983 Porsche 911 in Bronze with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 A987 HPJ, 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 A987 HPJ registered?

A987 HPJ is a 1983 Porsche 911, first registered on 12 October 1983.

Is A987 HPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A987 HPJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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