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PMY 462W

1981 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

62,259 mi
Last recorded62,259 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2022
Typical for 1981 Porsche 91197,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMY 462W
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2022 62,259 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 62,179 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 61,678 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 61,304 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 60,917 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 60,524 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 59,593 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 58,760 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 58,760 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 57,943 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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PMY 462W is a 1981 Porsche 911 in Red with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PMY 462W, 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 PMY 462W?

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What year was PMY 462W registered?

PMY 462W is a 1981 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 April 1981.

Is PMY 462W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMY 462W shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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