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MIB 8191

1979 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2020
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

140,343 mi
Last recorded140,343 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2019
Typical for 1979 Porsche 911108,193 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIB 8191
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2019 140,343 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 140,371 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 140,371 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 140,371 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 140,372 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 140,371 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 140,371 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2015 140,371 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2014 140,371 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 40,371 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 40,371 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 140,346 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2012 140,346 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 140,346 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 140,346 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 140,346 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 140,625 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 139,562 miles

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

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

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

bonnet does not stay up

Fail 4 Sep 2007 139,559 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

bonnet does not stay up

Pass 12 Sep 2006 139,097 miles

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

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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MIB 8191 is a 1979 Porsche 911 in Red with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 MIB 8191, 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 MIB 8191 registered?

MIB 8191 is a 1979 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1979.

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