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CU53 OPK

2003 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

98,278 mi
Last recorded98,278 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Porsche 91156,599 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU53 OPK
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 98,278 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 94,130 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 83,601 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2023 83,601 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 82,546 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 82,315 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Jul 2021 82,309 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 81,782 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 80,857 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2019 80,838 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system under plastic covers (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jul 2018 79,384 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 77,959 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 76,732 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Aug 2015 76,732 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Aug 2014 74,134 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Aug 2014 74,134 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Aug 2013 72,219 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jul 2012 69,838 miles

nearside rear tyre starting to wear on inner edge

Fail 6 Jul 2012 69,838 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

nearside rear tyre starting to wear on inner edge

Pass 3 Aug 2011 69,526 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 66,070 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 60,285 miles

front tyres 2 mm and bald on edge

n/s/r tyre low on edges

o/s/r tyre bald on edge

Pass 12 Aug 2008 49,070 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 16 Aug 2007 39,443 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 32,604 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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CU53 OPK is a 2003 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2003 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 56,599 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 CU53 OPK, 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 23 years old, this Porsche 911 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CU53 OPK registered?

CU53 OPK is a 2003 Porsche 911, first registered on 4 September 2003.

Is CU53 OPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU53 OPK shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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