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TKB 979T

1979 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

146,573 mi
Last recorded146,573 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2013
Typical for 1979 Porsche 911108,193 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTKB 979T
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2013 146,573 miles

both rear tyres 2`5mm

Pass 20 Jul 2011 145,875 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 145,113 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 144,288 miles

slight noise at nearside rear wheel possible wheel bearing

Pass 21 Jul 2008 143,764 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front seats not tilting forward

both handbrake cables not secured in rear axle locators

exhaust system fixing missing at support bracket

offside front screenwash poor flow

offside front seat framework worn

oil leak at offside rear wheel arch pipework/housing

Pass 10 Jul 2007 143,197 miles

offside front wheel bearing slight noise

oil leak at offside rear inner wheel arch

rear fog lamp tell tale light dim

Pass 28 Jun 2006 142,602 miles

front anti-roll bar bushes worn

long handbrake travel

outer driveshaft boot inner clips missing

rear brake discs inner surfaces badly pitted

various oil leaks at pipework and engine

Pass 23 Jun 2005 141,053 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2005 141,037 miles

Offside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

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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TKB 979T is a 1979 Porsche 911 in Black with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 TKB 979T, 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

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What year was TKB 979T registered?

TKB 979T is a 1979 Porsche 911, first registered on 20 March 1979.

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The MOT history for TKB 979T shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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