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NLX 549V

1979 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

121,002 mi
Last recorded121,002 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1979 Porsche 911108,193 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLX 549V
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 121,002 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 120,316 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 119,319 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 117,978 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 117,510 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 117,163 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 116,898 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 116,876 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 116,748 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 116,643 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 116,551 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 115,958 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 115,952 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

BRAKES BINDING SLIGHTLY

OFFSIDE FRONT FOOTBRAKE READING HIGHER THAN NEARSIDE

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE TOUCHING WIRING LOOM UNDER WHEEL ARCH

Pass 29 Mar 2010 115,333 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 114,780 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 113,822 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2005 110,898 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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NLX 549V is a 1979 Porsche 911 in Black with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 NLX 549V, 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 NLX 549V registered?

NLX 549V is a 1979 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is NLX 549V safe to buy?

The MOT history for NLX 549V shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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