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XJB 816L

1973 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

46,623 mi
Last recorded46,623 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2021
Typical for 1973 Porsche 91139,820 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJB 816L
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1973
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2021 46,623 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 46,009 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 45,039 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 45,039 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 44,080 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 43,367 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 42,191 miles

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 31 Oct 2014 40,105 miles

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 26 Oct 2013 38,930 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 37,898 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 36,944 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 35,548 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 34,750 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 34,750 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 33,888 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 30,993 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 28,083 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 25,575 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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XJB 816L is a 1973 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XJB 816L, 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 XJB 816L registered?

XJB 816L is a 1973 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1973.

Is XJB 816L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJB 816L shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XJB 816L have outstanding finance?

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