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VWM 710V

1979 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,300 mi
Last recorded93,300 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 Porsche 911108,193 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVWM 710V
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2019 93,300 miles

(both sides side repeaters fitted but not working, only applies to vehicles after 1986)

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

Rear fog lamp (rear fog lamp fitted but not required (not working) only applies to vehicles after April 1980)

the speedo is working (speed) but not recording mileage

Pass 15 Jun 2018 93,300 miles

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

Rear rear fog lamp fitted but not required,(not working) only applies to vehicles after April 1980

both sides, side repeaters fitted but not working, only applies to vehicles with side repeaters fitted after april 1986

Pass 16 Jun 2017 93,300 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 16 Jun 2017 93,300 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 93,300 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 93,292 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 93,271 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2014 93,291 miles

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 93,229 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 93,100 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 92,947 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 92,511 miles

slight play in rack

Pass 26 Jun 2009 92,123 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 92,089 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2008 92,087 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2007 91,830 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 91,237 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2005 90,859 miles

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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VWM 710V is a 1979 Porsche 911 in Red with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1979 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 108,193 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 VWM 710V, 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 47 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 VWM 710V registered?

VWM 710V is a 1979 Porsche 911, first registered on 17 August 1979.

Is VWM 710V safe to buy?

The MOT history for VWM 710V shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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