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J979 JWP

1992 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,608 mi
Last recorded41,608 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2022
Typical for 1992 Porsche 91190,034 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ979 JWP
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2022 41,608 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 41,590 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 41,135 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 41,081 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 40,776 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 40,762 miles

Brake performance not tested binding (3.7.A.1)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 39,426 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 38,847 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 38,487 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 36,881 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 4,042 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2009 34,730 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 34,370 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 31,244 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2006 31,244 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

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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J979 JWP is a 1992 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1992 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 90,034 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J979 JWP, 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 34 years old, this Porsche 911 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J979 JWP registered?

J979 JWP is a 1992 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is J979 JWP safe to buy?

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