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MRD 356X

1981 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

129,531 mi
Last recorded129,531 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 1981 Porsche 91197,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRD 356X
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2025 129,531 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2024 129,274 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 128,434 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2022 125,340 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 125,002 miles

O/s/r parking brake less efficient than n/s/r.

Pass 29 Jun 2019 124,998 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2018 124,980 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 124,550 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 May 2016 124,550 miles

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

O/s/f tyre wearing low on inner edge.

Pass 11 May 2015 124,550 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 123,348 miles

slight corrosion in n/s door shut

Pass 6 Apr 2013 121,823 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2012 120,399 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2010 117,985 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 115,528 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 113,493 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 111,588 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 109,271 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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MRD 356X is a 1981 Porsche 911 in Red with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 97,689 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MRD 356X, 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 45 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 MRD 356X?

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What year was MRD 356X registered?

MRD 356X is a 1981 Porsche 911, first registered on 9 September 1981.

Is MRD 356X safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRD 356X shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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