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DOT 73Y

2002 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

85,454 mi
Last recorded85,454 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Porsche 91161,777 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOT 73Y
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 85,454 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 83,611 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 78,706 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2023 78,637 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested due to leak (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid caliper (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 75,963 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight leak of grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 72,068 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front shock absorber bump stop deteriorated

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted slight damage to wheel outer rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 67,971 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 67,823 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 67,674 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 67,419 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)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 67,316 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 67,182 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 66,686 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 66,065 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 64,255 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 64,255 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 62,213 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

all brake discs worn

front to rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 16 Jun 2010 59,761 miles

O/S/ air con pipe leaking.

Pass 29 Jun 2009 55,063 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 55,057 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jun 2008 45,972 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 45,972 miles

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

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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DOT 73Y is a 2002 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2002 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 61,777 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 DOT 73Y, 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 24 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 DOT 73Y registered?

DOT 73Y is a 2002 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is DOT 73Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOT 73Y shows 22 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.

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