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RFM 823L

1979 Porsche 911

Green Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,164 mi
Last recorded23,164 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1979 Porsche 911108,193 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFM 823L
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 23,164 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2025 22,667 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 22,264 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 19,800 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 16,692 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Apr 2019 16,590 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 11,872 miles

both rear inner drive shaft boots split

Pass 28 Feb 2017 6,485 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 101,415 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 101,405 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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RFM 823L is a 1979 Porsche 911 in Green with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 108,193 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 RFM 823L, 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 47 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 RFM 823L?

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What year was RFM 823L registered?

RFM 823L is a 1979 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is RFM 823L safe to buy?

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