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DLN 705T

1978 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 1978 Porsche 91189,745 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLN 705T
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2019
Pass 24 Feb 2018
Pass 21 Feb 2017
Pass 4 Mar 2016
Pass 25 Feb 2015 114,996 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 113,098 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2014 113,098 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front front 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)

Fail 10 Nov 2012 112,982 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 112,982 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 112,626 miles

offside front shocker knocking

Pass 24 Mar 2009 112,463 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 112,104 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2007 112,103 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 109,909 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Jun 2005 109,182 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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DLN 705T is a 1978 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 89,745 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 DLN 705T, 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 48 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 DLN 705T registered?

DLN 705T is a 1978 Porsche 911, first registered on 5 December 1978.

Is DLN 705T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLN 705T shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DLN 705T have outstanding finance?

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