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AAU 28A

1981 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

152,822 mi
Last recorded152,822 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1981 Porsche 91197,689 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAU 28A
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 152,822 miles

Slight oil leak between engine and gearbox

Slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 17 Jun 2024 151,911 miles

Oil leak from engine

Rear shocks corroded

Pass 20 Apr 2023 150,598 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 150,061 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 149,607 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2019 149,599 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 149,428 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 148,267 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 147,818 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 145,519 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 14,498 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 142,534 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 141,021 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 13,893 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 136,882 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 134,915 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 132,991 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 130,770 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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AAU 28A is a 1981 Porsche 911 in Black with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1981 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 97,689 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 AAU 28A, 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 45 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 AAU 28A registered?

AAU 28A is a 1981 Porsche 911, first registered on 9 April 1981.

Is AAU 28A safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAU 28A shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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