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PL03 HBZ

2003 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

76,315 mi
Last recorded76,315 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Porsche 91156,599 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 HBZ
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 76,315 miles

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

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 10 Jan 2025 74,824 miles

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

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 8 Jan 2024 73,470 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 71,688 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 69,821 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2022 69,821 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 68,034 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2020 66,697 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 65,651 miles

Both front brake discs deteriorated inner edge

Pass 3 Jan 2018 64,547 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Jan 2017 62,297 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Jan 2016 58,597 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 56,157 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 54,395 miles

front tyres low and wearing on inner edges

Pass 7 Jan 2013 51,748 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 49,224 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 47,154 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 43,517 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 37,095 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 30,378 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 26,278 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 17,780 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 17,768 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

nearside rear tyre has a puncture and has been runflat / damaged inner sidewall. †

Pass 7 Jul 2006 15,227 miles

Both rear tyres worn low on the inside shoulders

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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PL03 HBZ is a 2003 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PL03 HBZ, 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 PL03 HBZ registered?

PL03 HBZ is a 2003 Porsche 911, first registered on 4 July 2003.

Is PL03 HBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL03 HBZ shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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