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VOV 738S

1977 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,922 mi
Last recorded87,922 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2009
Typical for 1977 Porsche 911101,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Porsche
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Write-off
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVOV 738S
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2009 87,922 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Oil leak

Fail 19 Jun 2009 87,912 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Oct 2007 87,865 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 87,865 miles

headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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VOV 738S is a 1977 Porsche 911 in Red with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1977 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 101,755 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VOV 738S, 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 49 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 VOV 738S?

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What year was VOV 738S registered?

VOV 738S is a 1977 Porsche 911, first registered on 10 October 1977.

Is VOV 738S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VOV 738S shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VOV 738S have outstanding finance?

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