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LKJ 308V

1980 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

131,144 mi
Last recorded131,144 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 1980 Porsche 911101,738 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLKJ 308V
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 131,144 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 130,390 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 129,595 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 129,211 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 128,674 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 127,333 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 126,236 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 125,587 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 124,322 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 123,973 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 123,973 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 122,216 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 120,587 miles

Both front tyres perishing - cracking in treads

Handbrake/parking brake tell tale not working

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside headlamp washer not working

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside front tyre has a cut in the tread however not deep enough to reach the cords

Fail 15 May 2013 120,585 miles

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Both front tyres perishing - cracking in treads

Handbrake/parking brake tell tale not working

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside headlamp washer not working

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside front tyre has a cut in the tread however not deep enough to reach the cords

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

Fail 24 Apr 2012 120,201 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 120,201 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 118,330 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 118,327 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

one washer jet on each jet blocked

Fail 12 Apr 2010 116,597 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2010 116,597 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 114,890 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2008 113,513 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 107,088 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2006 107,088 miles

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

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

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2005 103,309 miles

Offside Front Upper Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 12 Nov 2005 103,309 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front Brake hydraulic reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Upper Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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 308V is a 1980 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 1980 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 101,738 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 308V, 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 46 years old, this Porsche 911 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LKJ 308V registered?

LKJ 308V is a 1980 Porsche 911, first registered on 10 March 1980.

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