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XFW 911

1979 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

130,083 mi
Last recorded130,083 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2018
Typical for 1979 Porsche 911108,193 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFW 911
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2018 130,083 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2018 130,080 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2016 130,072 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 130,070 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Aug 2012 130,043 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Oil leak

advisery; nearside front brake binding slightly

Pass 17 Sep 2010 129,527 miles

advisery; front n/side brake binding

Pass 25 Sep 2009 129,122 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 128,130 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 127,938 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 127,622 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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XFW 911 is a 1979 Porsche 911 in Red with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 XFW 911, 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

How do I check the history of XFW 911?

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What year was XFW 911 registered?

XFW 911 is a 1979 Porsche 911, first registered on 16 October 1979.

Is XFW 911 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFW 911 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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