CarVerify

Free Car Check

BUW 21

1978 Porsche 911

White Petrol 2993cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

112,201 mi
Last recorded112,201 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2020
Typical for 1978 Porsche 91189,745 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Porsche
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBUW 21
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2020 112,201 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 112,201 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 111,691 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2017 111,690 miles

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

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel Steering wheel insecure (2.1.2b)

Pass 4 May 2016 111,750 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 111,818 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2015 111,617 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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

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

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 112,077 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 111,620 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 111,616 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 8 May 2006 111,609 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
Full Porsche 911 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BUW 21 is a 1978 Porsche 911 in White with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1978 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 89,745 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 BUW 21, 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 48 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 BUW 21?

You can check the full history of BUW 21 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BUW 21 registered?

BUW 21 is a 1978 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is BUW 21 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BUW 21 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BUW 21 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BUW 21. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.