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EMV 488T

1979 Porsche 911

Beige Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,570 mi
Last recorded38,570 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1979 Porsche 911108,193 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Porsche
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMV 488T
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1979
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 38,570 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2025 38,570 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 35,810 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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EMV 488T is a 1979 Porsche 911 in Beige with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EMV 488T, 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 EMV 488T?

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What year was EMV 488T registered?

EMV 488T is a 1979 Porsche 911, first registered on 28 February 1979.

Is EMV 488T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EMV 488T shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EMV 488T have outstanding finance?

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