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VMX 97X

1981 Porsche 911

White Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2014
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

93,088 mi
Last recorded93,088 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2013
Typical for 1981 Porsche 91197,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMX 97X
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2013 93,088 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 93,088 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 25 Feb 2012 93,088 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 93,088 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 93,088 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2010 92,419 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 92,020 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 91,720 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 91,361 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 90,182 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 89,612 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 89,612 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2005 89,443 miles

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

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

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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VMX 97X is a 1981 Porsche 911 in White with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VMX 97X, 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 VMX 97X?

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What year was VMX 97X registered?

VMX 97X is a 1981 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is VMX 97X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMX 97X shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VMX 97X have outstanding finance?

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