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MWJ 459W

1980 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

93,021 mi
Last recorded93,021 miles
Recorded on20 May 2022
Typical for 1980 Porsche 911101,738 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMWJ 459W
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2022 93,021 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 90,734 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 88,593 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 87,332 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 87,019 miles

Headlight beam pattern only just visible it appears the reflectors in the back of lamps are worn

Pass 4 Apr 2015 86,775 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 86,508 miles

Play in N/S steering arm joint

Play in O/S steering arm joint

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Apr 2013 85,767 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 85,167 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 15 May 2012 85,167 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Offside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 85,008 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 85,006 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 84,724 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 84,507 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 84,507 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 4 Sep 2007 84,427 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 84,421 miles

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

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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MWJ 459W is a 1980 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 MWJ 459W, 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 MWJ 459W registered?

MWJ 459W is a 1980 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is MWJ 459W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MWJ 459W shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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