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LKJ 187V

1979 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

90,511 mi
Last recorded90,511 miles
Recorded on27 May 2010
Typical for 1979 Porsche 911108,193 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLKJ 187V
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2010 90,511 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 90,474 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 7 May 2009 89,555 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 89,555 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 May 2008 89,106 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 89,106 miles

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 2 May 2007 81,198 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 80,664 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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LKJ 187V is a 1979 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 LKJ 187V, 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 LKJ 187V registered?

LKJ 187V is a 1979 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 October 1979.

Is LKJ 187V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LKJ 187V shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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