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WGB 974W

1981 Porsche 911

White Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

135,894 mi
Last recorded135,894 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 1981 Porsche 91197,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGB 974W
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 135,894 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 135,846 miles

Nearside Rear brake slight bind

Pass 10 Mar 2017 135,797 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2017 135,796 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

free lift in osf shock absorber

Pass 12 Mar 2016 135,281 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 133,952 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 133,924 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 133,524 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Steering arm slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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WGB 974W is a 1981 Porsche 911 in White with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WGB 974W, 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 WGB 974W registered?

WGB 974W is a 1981 Porsche 911, first registered on 16 January 1981.

Is WGB 974W safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGB 974W shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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