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YIA 197

1980 Porsche 911

Green Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

103,880 mi
Last recorded103,880 miles
Recorded on30 May 2012
Typical for 1980 Porsche 911101,738 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYIA 197
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2012 103,880 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 103,740 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 101,747 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 101,284 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 2 Jul 2008 101,277 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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YIA 197 is a 1980 Porsche 911 in Green with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1980 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 101,738 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 YIA 197, 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 46 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 YIA 197 registered?

YIA 197 is a 1980 Porsche 911, first registered on 12 August 1980.

Is YIA 197 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YIA 197 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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