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TAP 985X

1982 Porsche 914

Orange Petrol 1952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,035 mi
Last recorded59,035 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAP 985X
MakePorsche
Model914
Year1982
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,952cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 59,035 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 59,035 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 82,481 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 82,481 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 82,481 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 82,481 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 82,481 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 82,476 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2007 82,476 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 82,476 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2005 81,550 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Fail 6 Jul 2005 81,550 miles

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

Nearside Rear Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Porsche 914?

Based on 1,470 MOT tests across 258 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
451
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
258
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 105
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
brake binding 44
parking brake recording little or no effort 39
Horn not working 29
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TAP 985X is a 1982 Porsche 914 in Orange with a 1,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

The most common reason a Porsche 914 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 105 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TAP 985X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 914 typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 44 years old, this Porsche 914 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TAP 985X?

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What year was TAP 985X registered?

TAP 985X is a 1982 Porsche 914, first registered on 15 March 1982.

Is TAP 985X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAP 985X 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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