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Y289 PBJ

2001 Porsche 911

Grey Petrol 3400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

89,411 mi
Last recorded89,411 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2012
Typical for 2001 Porsche 91167,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY289 PBJ
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,400cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2012 89,411 miles

both rear tyres down to limit

front brake discs scoured on inside surfaces

ignition switch faulty

Pass 12 Oct 2011 86,352 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear tyres getting down in tread

Fail 12 Oct 2011 86,352 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear tyres getting down in tread

Pass 18 Sep 2010 81,139 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 76,516 miles

creak from near side front suspension - suggest further investigation

Pass 16 Sep 2008 70,568 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 64,662 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

corrosion to inner surface of o/s/r brake disc.

Pass 20 Sep 2006 60,177 miles

all brake discs worn on inner face

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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Y289 PBJ is a 2001 Porsche 911 in Grey with a 3,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 67,004 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 Y289 PBJ, 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 25 years old, this Porsche 911 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y289 PBJ registered?

Y289 PBJ is a 2001 Porsche 911, first registered on 6 April 2001.

Is Y289 PBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y289 PBJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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