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NFC 499S

1981 Porsche 911

Brown Petrol 2956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

238,542 mi
Last recorded238,542 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 1981 Porsche 91197,689 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNFC 499S
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1981
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,956cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 238,542 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 237,487 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 234,727 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 234,103 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 234,103 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 232,584 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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NFC 499S is a 1981 Porsche 911 in Brown with a 2,956cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 NFC 499S, 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 NFC 499S?

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What year was NFC 499S registered?

NFC 499S is a 1981 Porsche 911, first registered on 5 August 1981.

Is NFC 499S safe to buy?

The MOT history for NFC 499S shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NFC 499S have outstanding finance?

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