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JAP 956V

1979 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,924 mi
Last recorded91,924 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2021
Typical for 1979 Porsche 911108,193 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAP 956V
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2021 91,924 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 91,791 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play nsf and osf. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

underside of vehicle coated in underseal.

Pass 8 May 2018 91,767 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 91,528 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 91,436 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 91,213 miles

offside front brake binding

Pass 17 Feb 2014 90,818 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 90,651 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 90,444 miles

all four tyres have bad age cracking in treads (STRONGLY ADVISE REPLACING)

Pass 2 Feb 2011 89,908 miles

slight brake binding to off side front

Pass 21 Dec 2009 89,412 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2008 87,557 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 87,271 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 87,157 miles

advise cleaning out inner arches to prevent future corrosion - particularly prone from behind the door catch area

Pass 6 Dec 2005 86,365 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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JAP 956V is a 1979 Porsche 911 in Black with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JAP 956V, 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 JAP 956V registered?

JAP 956V is a 1979 Porsche 911, first registered on 16 November 1979.

Is JAP 956V safe to buy?

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