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DB51 DRB

2001 Porsche 911

Grey Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

99,068 mi
Last recorded99,068 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Porsche 91167,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDB51 DRB
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 99,068 miles

Nearside Front Outer cv gaiter perished cracking

corrosion to offside and nearside front caliper metal brake pipes

offside front .,offside rear .nearside rear .tyre valves perished cracking

Pass 17 Mar 2025 98,851 miles

corrosion to offside and nearside front caliper metal brake pipes

offside and nearside front tyres slight out of shape on inner edges

slight pl ay in offside and nearside front drop links

Pass 11 Jan 2024 98,247 miles

all tyre valves perished cracking

corrosion to nearside front caliper metal brake pipe

Pass 29 Dec 2022 97,892 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 97,178 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 95,918 miles

offside front power steering pipes to steering rack metal ferules starting to split

Pass 6 Jun 2018 94,134 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 92,847 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 90,729 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 89,047 miles

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

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

some pittng of front brake discs on inner edges

Pass 9 Jun 2014 85,815 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 83,246 miles

corrosion to front metal brake pipes on calipers

inner faces of front brake discs corroded

Pass 16 Jun 2012 80,264 miles

all brake discs pitted on inner faces

Pass 26 Oct 2011 71,531 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rust line on inner face of N/S/F brake disc.

Fail 26 Oct 2011 71,531 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rust line on inner face of N/S/F brake disc.

Pass 20 Oct 2010 59,905 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2009 54,595 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

tyre size = 285/30ZR18

Pass 24 Oct 2008 51,532 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

Pass 22 Oct 2007 46,168 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 1 Nov 2006 38,318 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 38,318 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Nov 2005 31,420 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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DB51 DRB is a 2001 Porsche 911 in Grey with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2001 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 67,004 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 DB51 DRB, 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 25 years old, this Porsche 911 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DB51 DRB registered?

DB51 DRB is a 2001 Porsche 911, first registered on 9 November 2001.

Is DB51 DRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DB51 DRB shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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