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OEU 656J

1983 Porsche 911

Grey Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

3,495 mi
Last recorded3,495 miles
Recorded on18 May 2023
Typical for 1983 Porsche 91197,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEU 656J
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2023 3,495 miles
Fail 2 May 2023 3,481 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 3,433 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 3,319 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed.

Fail 16 Sep 2020 3,319 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed.

Pass 6 Sep 2019 3,225 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2019 3,213 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements black and silver only on pre1st jan 78 vehicles (0.1 (d))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements black and silver only on pre jan 1st 1978 (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 2,067 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 2,067 miles

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2017 1,168 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 217 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 106,464 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 106,464 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 106,464 miles

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 106,464 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 106,464 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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OEU 656J is a 1983 Porsche 911 in Grey with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1983 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 97,048 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 OEU 656J, 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 43 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 OEU 656J registered?

OEU 656J is a 1983 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1983.

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