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FBK 990W

1980 Porsche 911

Maroon Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

306,477 mi
Last recorded306,477 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2012
Typical for 1980 Porsche 911101,738 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBK 990W
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1980
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2012 306,477 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 304,649 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 303,214 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 303,214 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 301,637 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 301,637 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Oct 2007 300,000 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 297,952 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2005 294,370 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2005 294,370 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

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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FBK 990W is a 1980 Porsche 911 in Maroon with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1980 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 101,738 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 FBK 990W, 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 46 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 FBK 990W?

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What year was FBK 990W registered?

FBK 990W is a 1980 Porsche 911, first registered on 21 November 1980.

Is FBK 990W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBK 990W shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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