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TLE 31W

1981 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

90,556 mi
Last recorded90,556 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2022
Typical for 1981 Porsche 91197,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLE 31W
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2022 90,556 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 89,142 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 87,851 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 87,831 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 89,332 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 87,831 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 87,831 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 89,681 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 87,831 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 86,608 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 86,306 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 85,137 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 83,728 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 82,361 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2007 82,361 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front & rear brake hose ferrules corroding

Pass 13 Jul 2006 82,346 miles

offside rear brake binding slightly

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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TLE 31W is a 1981 Porsche 911 in Red with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 TLE 31W, 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

How do I check the history of TLE 31W?

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What year was TLE 31W registered?

TLE 31W is a 1981 Porsche 911, first registered on 20 May 1981.

Is TLE 31W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TLE 31W shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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