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MVC 316V

1979 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

1,677 mi
Last recorded1,677 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 1979 Porsche 911108,193 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVC 316V
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,300cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 1,677 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 4 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 23 Mar 2016 1 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2007 143,853 miles

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

corrosion on rear brake discs

n/s/f tyre worn to 3mm on inner edge and cracking

o/s wiper split

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge to 2.5mm and cracking

o/s/r anti roll bar bracket bent

rear tyres worn on inner edges and cracking

Fail 5 Oct 2007 143,811 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

corrosion on all brake discs

n/s/f tyre worn to 3mm on inner edge and cracking

o/s wiper blade split

o/s/f tyre worn to 2.5mm and on inner edge and cracking

o/s/r anti roll bar bracket bent

rear fog lamp tell tale n/w.rear fog lamp missing

rear tyres worn on inner edges and cracking

Pass 22 Aug 2006 142,169 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 141,498 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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MVC 316V is a 1979 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MVC 316V, 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 MVC 316V?

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What year was MVC 316V registered?

MVC 316V is a 1979 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is MVC 316V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MVC 316V shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MVC 316V have outstanding finance?

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