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LX51 FTA

2001 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

103,894 mi
Last recorded103,894 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Porsche 91167,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 FTA
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 103,894 miles

Nearside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 27 Sep 2024 101,134 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 99,577 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 97,412 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 94,748 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 91,612 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 89,552 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 87,654 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner shoulders both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Nov 2018 87,654 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner shoulders both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 87,145 miles

Unable To Fully Inspect Brake Pipes Due To Undertray Construction

Pass 19 Nov 2016 86,276 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

unable to fully inspect brake lines due to undertray construction

Pass 20 Nov 2015 83,448 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2015 83,410 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 79,435 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2014 79,430 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 78,009 miles

Electrical wiring deteriorated, but not likely to become detached (1.9.2b)

Fail 5 Nov 2013 77,842 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Electrical wiring deteriorated, but not likely to become detached (1.9.2b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2012 76,042 miles

offside and nearside front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 14 Nov 2011 73,246 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2011 71,582 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 69,308 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 58,731 miles

coolant leaking from hose on engine

Pass 19 Sep 2007 54,215 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 54,212 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Lower Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 43,877 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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LX51 FTA is a 2001 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LX51 FTA, 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 LX51 FTA registered?

LX51 FTA is a 2001 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is LX51 FTA safe to buy?

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