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FLY 71M

1978 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

224,299 mi
Last recorded224,299 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2018
Typical for 1978 Porsche 91189,745 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLY 71M
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2018 224,299 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 223,779 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 223,164 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 222,973 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 221,786 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 21,966 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 May 2011 21,966 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 215,104 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 215,104 miles

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Fail 11 May 2009 213,112 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 May 2009 213,112 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 207,258 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2008 207,250 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 Jan 2008 207,147 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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)

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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FLY 71M is a 1978 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 FLY 71M, 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

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What year was FLY 71M registered?

FLY 71M is a 1978 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is FLY 71M safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLY 71M shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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