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911 XU

1971 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 2341cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

47,202 mi
Last recorded47,202 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1971 Porsche 91153,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration911 XU
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,341cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 47,202 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 47,169 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 47,107 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 47,070 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 46,861 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 46,728 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 46,491 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 46,463 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 46,460 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2010 46,407 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 46,366 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 46,311 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Rear Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Pass 19 Dec 2007 46,255 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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911 XU is a 1971 Porsche 911 in Black with a 2,341cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1971 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 53,384 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 911 XU, 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 55 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 911 XU?

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What year was 911 XU registered?

911 XU is a 1971 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is 911 XU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 911 XU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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