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LY03 XSE

2003 Porsche 911

Grey Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,791 mi
Last recorded54,791 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Porsche 91156,599 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY03 XSE
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 54,791 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2024 53,801 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 17 Oct 2024 53,801 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 52,804 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2022 51,772 miles

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

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 51,031 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 49,872 miles

Offside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2020 49,872 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 46,131 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 43,265 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded at all calipers (3.6.B.2c)

plastic under trays fitted

Fail 16 May 2018 43,265 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded at all calipers (3.6.B.2c)

plastic under trays fitted

Pass 19 May 2017 40,564 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 40,157 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2016 40,157 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded o/s/f and n/s/f at calipers (3.6.B.2c)

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2015 38,492 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 36,411 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Dec 2013 36,441 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jan 2013 35,372 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 34,147 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 31,999 miles

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 31,314 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 29,230 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 27,081 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 18,909 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 15,326 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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LY03 XSE is a 2003 Porsche 911 in Grey with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 LY03 XSE, 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 LY03 XSE registered?

LY03 XSE is a 2003 Porsche 911, first registered on 5 March 2003.

Is LY03 XSE safe to buy?

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