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LF51 GWD

2001 Porsche 911

Grey Petrol 3387cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

42,525 mi
Last recorded42,525 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Porsche 91167,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 GWD
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,387cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 42,525 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2025 42,525 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 May 2024 42,060 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Fail 19 Apr 2024 42,040 miles

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Fail 11 May 2023 42,038 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2016 42,026 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 40,881 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 40,350 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 17 Sep 2014 40,350 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

nearside rear tyre has cut in side wall.

Pass 12 Sep 2013 38,274 miles

both rear brake discs rusty on inner edge.

nearside front brake pipe rusty.

Pass 10 Sep 2012 36,783 miles

both rear brake discs rusty on inner edge.

nearside rear tyre has cut in side wall.

Fail 6 Sep 2012 36,782 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

both rear brake discs rusty on inner edge.

nearside rear tyre has cut in side wall.

Pass 7 Sep 2011 34,373 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 33,370 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 30,764 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 21,927 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 21,927 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 25,819 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 25,819 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 22,652 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 22,652 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 18,224 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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LF51 GWD is a 2001 Porsche 911 in Grey with a 3,387cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 LF51 GWD, 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 LF51 GWD registered?

LF51 GWD is a 2001 Porsche 911, first registered on 17 September 2001.

Is LF51 GWD safe to buy?

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