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VNP 709L

1979 Porsche 914

Yellow Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

97,287 mi
Last recorded97,287 miles
Recorded on21 May 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNP 709L
MakePorsche
Model914
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2018 97,287 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 96,082 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 94,698 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 93,031 miles

offside front wing/body slightly misaligned - close to wheel

Pass 9 May 2014 91,697 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 89,770 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 89,770 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 11 May 2012 88,160 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 87,434 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 86,563 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 85,878 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 85,313 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 84,599 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 83,378 miles

How Reliable is the Porsche 914?

Based on 1,470 MOT tests across 258 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
451
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
258
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 105
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
brake binding 44
parking brake recording little or no effort 39
Horn not working 29
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VNP 709L is a 1979 Porsche 914 in Yellow with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

The most common reason a Porsche 914 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 105 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VNP 709L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 914 typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 47 years old, this Porsche 914 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VNP 709L?

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What year was VNP 709L registered?

VNP 709L is a 1979 Porsche 914, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is VNP 709L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VNP 709L shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VNP 709L have outstanding finance?

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