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OKW 17

1972 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 2341cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

78,312 mi
Last recorded78,312 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2017
Typical for 1972 Porsche 91142,282 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOKW 17
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,341cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2017 78,312 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 78,054 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 78,051 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both front side position lamps dim

Pass 2 Jun 2009 77,899 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 77,899 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both front side position lamps dim

o/s beam image poor

Pass 27 May 2008 77,439 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 77,421 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

n/s headlamp beam image poor and at lower most limits

Pass 3 Jun 2006 77,369 miles

o/s wiper starting to split

Pass 4 Jun 2005 77,200 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2005 77,185 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.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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OKW 17 is a 1972 Porsche 911 in Black with a 2,341cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1972 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 42,282 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 OKW 17, 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 54 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 OKW 17 registered?

OKW 17 is a 1972 Porsche 911, first registered on 11 February 1972.

Is OKW 17 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OKW 17 shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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