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A476 FRC

1983 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

119,702 mi
Last recorded119,702 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2023
Typical for 1983 Porsche 91197,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA476 FRC
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2023 119,702 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 119,035 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2022 119,034 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 118,338 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 118,336 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 117,763 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Fail 25 Jul 2019 117,476 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 113,453 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 113,260 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 113,260 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON EDGES

Fail 1 Mar 2014 113,260 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

drivers seat deteriorated

exhaust deteriorated

nearside door card missing

slight brake bind on both front wheels

wheel stud and nut damaged offside rear

Pass 14 Dec 2012 113,260 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 113,260 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Fail 16 Dec 2011 113,260 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 3 Jul 2010 113,260 miles

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

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

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

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

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 16 May 2009 113,260 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

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

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 18 May 2007 113,260 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 111,573 miles
Fail 13 May 2006 111,573 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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A476 FRC is a 1983 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1983 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 97,048 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 A476 FRC, 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 43 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 A476 FRC registered?

A476 FRC is a 1983 Porsche 911, first registered on 19 August 1983.

Is A476 FRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A476 FRC shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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