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VBY 837L

1972 Porsche Carrera GT

White Petrol 5733cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

63,910 mi
Last recorded63,910 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBY 837L
MakePorsche
ModelCarrera GT
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,733cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 63,910 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 63,596 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 62,669 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 61,523 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 60,462 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 60,460 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 59,433 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 12,900 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 55,918 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2013 55,896 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Sep 2012 54,378 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 53,905 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 53,905 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 May 2010 53,028 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 52,032 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 45,683 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 44,359 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 42,660 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 42,660 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Porsche Carrera GT?

Based on 5,537 MOT tests across 478 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
1,275
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
478
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 125
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 55
fog lamp not working 51
Headlamp aim too high 49
position lamp(s) not working 43
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VBY 837L is a 1972 Porsche Carrera GT in White with a 5,733cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

The most common reason a Porsche Carrera GT fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VBY 837L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche Carrera GT typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 54 years old, this Porsche Carrera GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VBY 837L registered?

VBY 837L is a 1972 Porsche Carrera GT, first registered on 30 December 1972.

Is VBY 837L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBY 837L shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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