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DPK 136T

1979 Porsche 911

Gold Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

166,606 mi
Last recorded166,606 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2019
Typical for 1979 Porsche 911108,193 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPK 136T
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2019 166,606 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 164,646 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 162,910 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 161,417 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 161,071 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s front wheelbearing slightly noisey

Pass 25 Feb 2013 160,361 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2013 160,336 miles

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

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

both front brakes binding slightly

rear fog light and tell tale not working

Pass 31 Jan 2012 159,780 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2012 159,774 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2011 157,927 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 157,927 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Nov 2010 157,908 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 155,622 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 153,942 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 152,229 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 150,792 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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DPK 136T is a 1979 Porsche 911 in Gold with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 108,193 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 DPK 136T, 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 47 years old, this Porsche 911 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DPK 136T?

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What year was DPK 136T registered?

DPK 136T is a 1979 Porsche 911, first registered on 24 May 1979.

Is DPK 136T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPK 136T shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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