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DDW 911Y

1983 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 2956cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

73,268 mi
Last recorded73,268 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 1983 Porsche 91197,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDW 911Y
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,956cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 73,268 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 70,466 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 69,843 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 68,510 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 67,864 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 67,282 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 May 2011 67,282 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 May 2010 66,187 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 64,128 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 61,458 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 58,146 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 May 2006 54,592 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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DDW 911Y is a 1983 Porsche 911 in Red with a 2,956cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DDW 911Y, 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 DDW 911Y registered?

DDW 911Y is a 1983 Porsche 911, first registered on 24 May 1983.

Is DDW 911Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDW 911Y shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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