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YUD 518V

1979 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

152,638 mi
Last recorded152,638 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1979 Porsche 911108,193 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYUD 518V
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 152,638 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2019 145,636 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2019 145,631 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 144,341 miles

parking brake just met the requirement, needs adjustment or repair

Pass 14 Jul 2016 144,331 miles

parking brake just met the requirement, needs adjustment or repair

Fail 14 Jul 2016 144,331 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 143,660 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 141,784 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 141,784 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 May 2013 141,142 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 139,040 miles
Fail 5 May 2012 139,040 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 May 2011 138,440 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 137,510 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 137,286 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 136,525 miles

nearside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 30 Apr 2007 135,964 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2007 135,964 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 May 2006 134,954 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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YUD 518V is a 1979 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YUD 518V, 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 YUD 518V?

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What year was YUD 518V registered?

YUD 518V is a 1979 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 December 1979.

Is YUD 518V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YUD 518V shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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