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FLW 911C

1981 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

91,820 mi
Last recorded91,820 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2021
Typical for 1981 Porsche 91197,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLW 911C
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2021 91,820 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 91,648 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 91,361 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 90,761 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 90,121 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 89,796 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 89,213 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 88,787 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 88,762 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 88,611 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2011 88,572 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 87,897 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Dec 2009 87,067 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 86,371 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 112,738 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2007 112,738 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 2 Jul 2007 112,734 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

Nearside cover sill panel by jacking point rusted through

Pass 28 Jun 2006 110,002 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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FLW 911C is a 1981 Porsche 911 in Black with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1981 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 97,689 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 FLW 911C, 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 45 years old, this Porsche 911 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FLW 911C registered?

FLW 911C is a 1981 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 October 1981.

Is FLW 911C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLW 911C shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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