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GAB 85X

1981 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,816 mi
Last recorded51,816 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2022
Typical for 1981 Porsche 91197,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAB 85X
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2022 51,816 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 51,801 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 51,779 miles

Both rear outer drive shaft constant velocity joint gaiter clips missing but still preventing the ingress of dirt

Offside Front Oil cooler pipes badly deteriorated but not leaking

Fail 29 Jun 2018 51,779 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Both rear outer drive shaft constant velocity joint gaiter clips missing but still preventing the ingress of dirt

Offside Front Oil cooler pipes badly deteriorated but not leaking

Pass 4 Apr 2017 51,705 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 51,308 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 51,306 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 51,005 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 49,931 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 49,294 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 49,294 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Apr 2009 47,957 miles

Front tyres perished in the tread

Offside front brake binding slightly

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 46,709 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 46,120 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2005 44,815 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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GAB 85X is a 1981 Porsche 911 in Red with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GAB 85X, 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 GAB 85X registered?

GAB 85X is a 1981 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is GAB 85X safe to buy?

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