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VPE 208X

1982 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

43,165 mi
Last recorded43,165 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2023
Typical for 1982 Porsche 911106,322 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPE 208X
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2023 43,165 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 43,140 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 42,833 miles

oil leak from engine

Pass 13 Mar 2020 42,655 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 42,447 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 42,328 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Oil leak ()

Fail 23 Mar 2018 42,326 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 17 Mar 2017 42,125 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 41,917 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 41,642 miles

Oil leak

nearside front brake slightly binding

Pass 11 Mar 2014 41,378 miles

bonnet shocks weak

Pass 26 Mar 2013 41,378 miles

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 12 Jan 2012 40,871 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 40,871 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 40,603 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 40,312 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Apr 2009 39,541 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 39,329 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 39,199 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 39,061 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 39,053 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

front head lamps slightly damp

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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VPE 208X is a 1982 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1982 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 106,322 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 VPE 208X, 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 44 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 VPE 208X registered?

VPE 208X is a 1982 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 April 1982.

Is VPE 208X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPE 208X shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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