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XLG 788R

1977 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

63,319 mi
Last recorded63,319 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2020
Typical for 1977 Porsche 911101,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLG 788R
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1977
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2020 63,319 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 63,200 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2019 63,200 miles

Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 2 front 2rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective seal split (6.1.3 (b) (i))

non obligatory fog lamp not working

Pass 25 Jul 2017 62,970 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 62,965 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 62,912 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Outer Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 62,671 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 62,438 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 62,438 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 61,447 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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XLG 788R is a 1977 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 XLG 788R, 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

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What year was XLG 788R registered?

XLG 788R is a 1977 Porsche 911, first registered on 15 March 1977.

Is XLG 788R safe to buy?

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