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JKM 283Y

1983 Porsche 911

White Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2016
Tests4 (1 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate25%

Mileage

90,468 mi
Last recorded90,468 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2015
Typical for 1983 Porsche 91197,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJKM 283Y
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

1 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2015 90,468 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2015 90,468 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

high beam warning not working

Fail 21 Apr 2015 90,467 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 9 Sep 2014 90,466 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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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JKM 283Y is a 1983 Porsche 911 in White with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 25%.

Across all 1983 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 97,048 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 JKM 283Y, 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 43 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 JKM 283Y registered?

JKM 283Y is a 1983 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is JKM 283Y safe to buy?

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