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VVF 911X

1981 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

133,892 mi
Last recorded133,892 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2013
Typical for 1981 Porsche 91197,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVF 911X
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2013 133,892 miles

1. Slight binding on nearside front brake. 2. Nearside front brake pads wearing low.

Pass 22 Feb 2012 133,892 miles

As per failure

Fail 21 Feb 2012 133,892 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

1. Unable to to inspect floor to sill correctly due to covers fitted. 2. Slight binding on nearside front brake. 3. Nearside front brake pads wearing low.

Pass 31 Jul 2010 133,892 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2010 133,892 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 May 2009 133,892 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Aug 2007 133,026 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 133,023 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Oct 2005 132,217 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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VVF 911X is a 1981 Porsche 911 in Red with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VVF 911X, 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

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What year was VVF 911X registered?

VVF 911X is a 1981 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is VVF 911X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVF 911X shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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