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RDE 159Y

1982 Porsche 911

Green Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

121,790 mi
Last recorded121,790 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 1982 Porsche 911106,322 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRDE 159Y
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 121,790 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 120,466 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 118,861 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 116,847 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 114,126 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 113,127 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 111,186 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 108,282 miles

Oil leak From engine ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 104,299 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 102,927 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 19 Mar 2015 102,927 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Dec 2013 100,289 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight binding on nearside rear brake

Pass 10 Dec 2012 97,538 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2012 93,943 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 93,943 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 88,385 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 84,178 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 81,689 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 81,689 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Oct 2007 77,564 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2007 77,564 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 74,087 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 27 Oct 2006 74,087 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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RDE 159Y is a 1982 Porsche 911 in Green with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1982 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 106,322 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 RDE 159Y, 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 44 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 RDE 159Y?

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What year was RDE 159Y registered?

RDE 159Y is a 1982 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is RDE 159Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RDE 159Y shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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