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VX53 OBC

2003 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

36,347 mi
Last recorded36,347 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Porsche 91156,599 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 OBC
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 36,347 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2025 36,307 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 36,020 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 35,512 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 35,150 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 34,723 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 34,506 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 33,616 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 32,401 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 32,401 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

o/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 22 Mar 2016 31,577 miles

o/s/f tyre devoid of tread inner edge.

rear tyres low tread inner edges.

undertrays fitted.

Pass 16 Mar 2015 31,227 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Apr 2014 30,251 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Apr 2014 30,251 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Sep 2012 29,360 miles

o/s/f tyre devoid of tread inner edge.

Pass 5 Oct 2011 28,759 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

slight cut in nearside front tyre sidewall

Pass 17 Nov 2009 26,482 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 26,482 miles

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

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)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 25,459 miles

Both front tyres have wear on inner tread.

Both rear tyres worn on inner tread & close to limit.

Pass 13 Nov 2007 22,517 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES HAVE WEAR ON INNER TREAD.

Pass 18 Nov 2006 17,372 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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VX53 OBC is a 2003 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2003 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 56,599 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 VX53 OBC, 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 23 years old, this Porsche 911 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX53 OBC registered?

VX53 OBC is a 2003 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is VX53 OBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX53 OBC shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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