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DS 9118

1979 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,315 mi
Last recorded85,315 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1979 Porsche 911108,193 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS 9118
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2025 85,315 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 85,137 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 85,013 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 84,732 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 84,349 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 84,062 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 83,215 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 82,277 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 82,271 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 81,116 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 80,033 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 78,932 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 77,283 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 75,827 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 74,639 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 72,709 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 71,256 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 69,718 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 69,149 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 67,944 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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DS 9118 is a 1979 Porsche 911 in Red with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 DS 9118, 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 DS 9118?

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What year was DS 9118 registered?

DS 9118 is a 1979 Porsche 911, first registered on 14 September 1979.

Is DS 9118 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS 9118 shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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