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IIB 491

1980 Porsche 911

Brown Petrol 3300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

138,944 mi
Last recorded138,944 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2021
Typical for 1980 Porsche 911101,738 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIIB 491
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1980
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,300cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2021 138,944 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 137,900 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2019 137,886 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 136,630 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 136,486 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded Feeding flexible brake hose (3.6.B.2c)

Slight brake bind nearside front

Slight play at steering wheel

Pass 29 Jul 2016 135,409 miles

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

Fail 29 Jul 2016 135,409 miles

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 135,210 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 134,735 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 134,016 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 131,411 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 130,544 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 129,204 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 129,204 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 May 2009 127,977 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 125,039 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 122,128 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 117,534 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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IIB 491 is a 1980 Porsche 911 in Brown with a 3,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1980 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 101,738 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 IIB 491, 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 46 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 IIB 491 registered?

IIB 491 is a 1980 Porsche 911, first registered on 17 November 1980.

Is IIB 491 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IIB 491 shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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