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FM03 VFB

2003 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3569cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,499 mi
Last recorded72,499 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Porsche 91156,599 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 VFB
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,569cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 72,499 miles

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 May 2026 72,490 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 May 2025 72,067 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2024 71,018 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2024 71,009 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2023 69,808 miles

All brake discs have slight surface corrosion

Fail 5 May 2023 69,806 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

All brake discs have slight surface corrosion

Pass 28 Apr 2022 68,151 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 65,387 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 63,246 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs, inner surface have surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Jan 2019 59,877 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 59,599 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 59,216 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 59,035 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded caliper to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded caliper to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

oil leak from engine/gearbox

Pass 7 Jul 2014 55,612 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 51,138 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 46,842 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 41,020 miles

Power steering return pipe union in offside front wheel arch just starting to crack but not yet leaking.

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

All four brake discs have excessive corrosion on inner surfaces

Fail 15 Jul 2011 41,020 miles

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

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

Power steering return pipe union in offside front wheel arch just starting to crack but not yet leaking.

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

All four brake discs have excessive corrosion on inner surfaces

Pass 15 Jul 2010 34,101 miles

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

front and rear brake discs corroded and pitted slightly

Pass 6 Aug 2009 29,152 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2008 24,709 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 18,413 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 10,875 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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FM03 VFB is a 2003 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,569cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 FM03 VFB, 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 FM03 VFB registered?

FM03 VFB is a 2003 Porsche 911, first registered on 5 August 2003.

Is FM03 VFB safe to buy?

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