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FYW 52V

1979 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

91,060 mi
Last recorded91,060 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2013
Typical for 1979 Porsche 911108,193 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYW 52V
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2013 91,060 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 90,064 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 88,100 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 86,296 miles

slight movement at steering top bush

Pass 19 Sep 2008 84,508 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 84,508 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 83,143 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 83,142 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 81,432 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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FYW 52V is a 1979 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 FYW 52V, 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

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What year was FYW 52V registered?

FYW 52V is a 1979 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is FYW 52V safe to buy?

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