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RIB 8493

1981 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

133,928 mi
Last recorded133,928 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 1981 Porsche 91197,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRIB 8493
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 133,928 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 133,533 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 14 May 2014 133,493 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 10 May 2013 133,314 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 133,169 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

battery insecure - will fail next test

headlamp main beam warning lamp not working - will fail next test

Pass 11 Aug 2010 132,920 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 132,037 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 132,037 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2008 129,229 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 129,229 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 128,890 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2005

Offside Rear Torsion bar slightly deteriorated by corrosion (2.4.E.1b)

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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RIB 8493 is a 1981 Porsche 911 in Black with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RIB 8493, 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 RIB 8493 registered?

RIB 8493 is a 1981 Porsche 911, first registered on 3 March 1981.

Is RIB 8493 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RIB 8493 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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