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GKV 586T

1978 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

112,853 mi
Last recorded112,853 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2013
Typical for 1978 Porsche 91189,745 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKV 586T
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2013 112,853 miles

n/s/f strut top mount has slight corrosion to its mounting

very slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 23 Mar 2012 112,579 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 112,394 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 112,394 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 111,701 miles

both rear brakes binding on slightly

evidence of slight play in the steering rack

n/s washer jet is inop

o/s/r metal brake pipe is quite rusty

Pass 29 Aug 2007 111,453 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 110,680 miles

both rear tyres are scuffed on the tread

o/s/f tyre is wearing low on the inner edge

small oil leak from engine and gearbox

Pass 15 Aug 2005 109,834 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

SLIGHT RUMBLE FROM N/S/F WHEEL BEARING AND REAR DIFF BEARINGS.

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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GKV 586T is a 1978 Porsche 911 in Red with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1978 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 89,745 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 GKV 586T, 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 48 years old, this Porsche 911 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GKV 586T registered?

GKV 586T is a 1978 Porsche 911, first registered on 12 September 1978.

Is GKV 586T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GKV 586T shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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