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XYC 251W

1981 Porsche 911

Bronze Petrol 3300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

75,909 mi
Last recorded75,909 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 1981 Porsche 91197,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYC 251W
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,300cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 75,909 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 75,698 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 75,696 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Fail 7 Jun 2011 75,695 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale missing (1.3.1b)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 75,317 miles

very slight play in front hubs

Pass 20 Mar 2009 75,029 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 74,424 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 74,149 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 73,323 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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XYC 251W is a 1981 Porsche 911 in Bronze with a 3,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XYC 251W, 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 XYC 251W registered?

XYC 251W is a 1981 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is XYC 251W safe to buy?

The MOT history for XYC 251W shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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