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D259 DPM

1987 Porsche 911

White Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

190,206 mi
Last recorded190,206 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2024
Typical for 1987 Porsche 91195,992 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD259 DPM
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2024 190,206 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2024 190,202 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 189,194 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 188,037 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 186,767 miles

Stop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 185,848 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2020 185,848 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 185,647 miles

Rear spring plate bushes worn

Pass 6 Nov 2018 183,802 miles

Rear spring plate bushes worn

Pass 29 Aug 2017 182,052 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 180,484 miles

Rear suspension spring plate bushes worn

Pass 19 Sep 2015 178,802 miles

Corrosion to nearside rear kidney bowl

Pass 16 Sep 2014 177,151 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 175,359 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 175,359 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2012 173,185 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 30 Aug 2012 173,068 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 169,757 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 169,757 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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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D259 DPM is a 1987 Porsche 911 in White with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1987 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 95,992 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 D259 DPM, 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 39 years old, this Porsche 911 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D259 DPM registered?

D259 DPM is a 1987 Porsche 911, first registered on 2 January 1987.

Is D259 DPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D259 DPM shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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