CarVerify

Free Car Check

KTA 893V

1979 Porsche 911

White Petrol 2993cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

215,372 mi
Last recorded215,372 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2025
Typical for 1979 Porsche 911108,193 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Porsche
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKTA 893V
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2025 215,372 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 215,352 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 215,314 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 215,314 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 215,283 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 215,164 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 214,933 miles

Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

nearside rear brake binding slightly

Fail 20 Jan 2014 214,927 miles

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

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

Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

nearside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 31 Jan 2013 214,513 miles

O/s/f brake pipe slightly rusted

bonnet struts defective

Fail 31 Jan 2013 214,513 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

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

O/s/f brake pipe slightly rusted

bonnet struts defective

Pass 23 Jan 2012 213,911 miles

Bonnet struts deffective

Fail 23 Jan 2012 213,911 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Bonnet struts deffective

Pass 24 Jan 2011 213,775 miles

All brake pipes heavily greased

Possible oil leak

Pass 22 Jan 2010 213,200 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 22 Jan 2009 211,528 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2009 211,528 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

All brake pipes heavily undersealed

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 210,989 miles

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s screen washer not working

Fail 23 Jan 2008 210,989 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

n/s screen washer not working

Pass 8 Feb 2007 210,045 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

slight oil leak from engine

Fail 25 Jan 2007 209,955 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

All brake pipes undersealed

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jan 2006 207,264 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
Full Porsche 911 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KTA 893V is a 1979 Porsche 911 in White with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 KTA 893V, 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

How do I check the history of KTA 893V?

You can check the full history of KTA 893V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KTA 893V registered?

KTA 893V is a 1979 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is KTA 893V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KTA 893V shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KTA 893V have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KTA 893V. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.