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OPE 1W

1981 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

59,253 mi
Last recorded59,253 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2021
Typical for 1981 Porsche 91197,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPE 1W
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,300cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2021 59,253 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 59,201 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 59,097 miles

Front under tray rusted

Light rust on underbody

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

Pass 4 Jun 2018 58,694 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 58,442 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 15 Jun 2016 56,894 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 55,588 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 55,070 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 55,052 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 54,973 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 54,973 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 17 May 2010 54,833 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 54,588 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 54,157 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 53,348 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 51,884 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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OPE 1W is a 1981 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 OPE 1W, 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

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What year was OPE 1W registered?

OPE 1W is a 1981 Porsche 911, first registered on 8 September 1981.

Is OPE 1W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPE 1W shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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