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TGC 779L

1973 Porsche 911

Yellow Petrol 2700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,958 mi
Last recorded9,958 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2012
Typical for 1973 Porsche 91139,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGC 779L
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,700cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2012 9,958 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 9,784 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 31 Oct 2011 9,779 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front Suspension arm locating pin incorrectly positioned (2.4.G.3a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Suspension arm locating pin incorrectly positioned (2.4.G.3a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Both rear CV Boots insecure.

Gearbox oil leak.

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Very bad engine oil leaks.

Pass 6 Nov 2008 7,165 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 25,550 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 25,327 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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TGC 779L is a 1973 Porsche 911 in Yellow with a 2,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1973 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 39,820 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 TGC 779L, 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 53 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 TGC 779L registered?

TGC 779L is a 1973 Porsche 911, first registered on 5 March 1973.

Is TGC 779L safe to buy?

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