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973 JOU

1971 Porsche 911

Purple Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2024
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

137,565 mi
Last recorded137,565 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2023
Typical for 1971 Porsche 91153,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration973 JOU
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1971
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2023 137,565 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2023 137,565 miles

Front All direction indicators not working both (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

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

Position lamp not working straight to dipped beam (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear All direction indicators not working both (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp puts both rear indicators on and osf side light (4.3.3 (b))

Hazzard lights not working (either switch)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 137,656 miles

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Fail 19 Apr 2017 137,656 miles

Front Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 24 Aug 2015 137,565 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 137,565 miles

both front tyres fouling inner arches found on lock to lock check

Fail 14 Apr 2014 137,565 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres fouling inner arches found on lock to lock check

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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973 JOU is a 1971 Porsche 911 in Purple with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 973 JOU, 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 973 JOU?

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What year was 973 JOU registered?

973 JOU is a 1971 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is 973 JOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 973 JOU shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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