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TLF 215M

1973 Porsche 911

Yellow Petrol 2650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

87,986 mi
Last recorded87,986 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1973 Porsche 91139,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLF 215M
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,650cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 87,986 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2026 87,951 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 87,737 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2025 87,737 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 87,673 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2024 87,639 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 87,639 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 87,638 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 87,637 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 87,603 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 87,585 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 87,532 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 87,532 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 87,530 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 87,523 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 87,199 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 86,539 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 86,491 miles

wiper blades

Pass 28 Jan 2013 86,483 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)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Aug 2011 86,370 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 86,180 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Apr 2010 86,051 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 85,984 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 85,826 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

corrosion startede to near side rear suspenion end cap

Pass 3 Jun 2008 85,826 miles

corrosion startede to near side rear suspenion end cap

Pass 30 Jun 2006 84,453 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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TLF 215M is a 1973 Porsche 911 in Yellow with a 2,650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 TLF 215M, 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

How do I check the history of TLF 215M?

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What year was TLF 215M registered?

TLF 215M is a 1973 Porsche 911, first registered on 24 August 1973.

Is TLF 215M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TLF 215M shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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