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FWW 529L

1981 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 2700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

15,434 mi
Last recorded15,434 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 1981 Porsche 91197,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWW 529L
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,700cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 15,434 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 13,600 miles

Nearside Rear indicator/stop lamp intermittent fault

Nearside wiper worn

Pass 24 Jul 2014 12,960 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 12,122 miles

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

oil leak, engine/oil cooler area

Fail 28 Jun 2013 11,746 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jun 2012 9,659 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 6,849 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 5,214 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 3,513 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 1,615 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 1,585 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 May 2007 99,969 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 May 2006 98,510 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 98,510 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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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FWW 529L is a 1981 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 2,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FWW 529L, 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

How do I check the history of FWW 529L?

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What year was FWW 529L registered?

FWW 529L is a 1981 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is FWW 529L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWW 529L shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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