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PLM 53R

1976 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 2687cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

99,462 mi
Last recorded99,462 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1976 Porsche 91187,453 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLM 53R
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1976
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,687cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 99,462 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 98,827 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 98,635 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 98,232 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 May 2015 98,230 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 97,856 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 96,384 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 96,210 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

nearside front brake binding slightly

Pass 9 Nov 2007 96,136 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 95,963 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 95,655 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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PLM 53R is a 1976 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 2,687cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1976 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 87,453 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 PLM 53R, 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 50 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 PLM 53R registered?

PLM 53R is a 1976 Porsche 911, first registered on 23 September 1976.

Is PLM 53R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLM 53R shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PLM 53R have outstanding finance?

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