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21 MTA

1987 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

156,716 mi
Last recorded156,716 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1987 Porsche 91195,992 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration21 MTA
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,300cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 156,716 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 156,565 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2024 156,563 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 156,102 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 155,150 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 153,368 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 152,415 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 151,831 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 150,817 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 149,411 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2017 149,402 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 149,041 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 148,707 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 148,225 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 147,433 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jun 2013 147,432 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2012 146,644 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 145,862 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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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21 MTA is a 1987 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1987 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 95,992 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 21 MTA, 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 39 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 21 MTA?

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What year was 21 MTA registered?

21 MTA is a 1987 Porsche 911, first registered on 29 January 1987.

Is 21 MTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 21 MTA shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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