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EGV 870Y

1983 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

229,834 mi
Last recorded229,834 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2023
Typical for 1983 Porsche 91197,048 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGV 870Y
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2023 229,834 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 229,275 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 227,530 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 226,434 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 224,671 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 223,032 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 221,471 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 218,704 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 13 Sep 2014 218,598 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 215,229 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 212,057 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 209,347 miles

front no.plate cracked

Pass 27 Aug 2010 207,030 miles

front no.plate broken

Pass 2 Sep 2009 205,102 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 202,177 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2007 199,367 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 196,288 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front no. plate cracked

no side repeaters fitted

Fail 17 Aug 2006 195,977 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

front no. plate cracked

insecurity to both rear driveshaft gaitors

no side repeaters fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2005 191,227 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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EGV 870Y is a 1983 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 EGV 870Y, 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

How do I check the history of EGV 870Y?

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What year was EGV 870Y registered?

EGV 870Y is a 1983 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is EGV 870Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for EGV 870Y shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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