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UWR 487W

1981 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

133,808 mi
Last recorded133,808 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2006
Typical for 1981 Porsche 91197,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWR 487W
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 22 Sep 2006 133,808 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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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UWR 487W is a 1981 Porsche 911 in Red with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UWR 487W, 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 UWR 487W?

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What year was UWR 487W registered?

UWR 487W is a 1981 Porsche 911, first registered on 19 January 1981.

Is UWR 487W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWR 487W shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UWR 487W have outstanding finance?

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