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PNU 973W

1981 Porsche 911

Gold Petrol 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,610 mi
Last recorded116,610 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2007
Typical for 1981 Porsche 91197,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPNU 973W
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2007 116,610 miles

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

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

Oil leak

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 22 Jun 2006 116,537 miles

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

brake warning lamp on

oil leak

slight bind on all brakes

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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PNU 973W is a 1981 Porsche 911 in Gold with a 2,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PNU 973W, 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 PNU 973W?

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What year was PNU 973W registered?

PNU 973W is a 1981 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is PNU 973W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PNU 973W shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PNU 973W have outstanding finance?

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