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BHJ 161J

1971 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

16,617 mi
Last recorded16,617 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2024
Typical for 1971 Porsche 91153,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHJ 161J
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2024 16,617 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 13,653 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 12,948 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 12,252 miles

oil leak

Pass 17 Sep 2014 11,362 miles

Oil leak

Fail 12 Sep 2014 11,307 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Sep 2013 10,854 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Sep 2012 10,043 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 Sep 2011 9,336 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 8,882 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 8,853 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

signs of a fuel leak from fuel pump

Pass 2 Sep 2009 8,481 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2005 8,093 miles

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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BHJ 161J is a 1971 Porsche 911 in Red with a 2,400cc 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 BHJ 161J, 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

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What year was BHJ 161J registered?

BHJ 161J is a 1971 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is BHJ 161J safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHJ 161J 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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