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Y579 HEU

2001 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

106,156 mi
Last recorded106,156 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Porsche 91167,004 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY579 HEU
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,400cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 106,156 miles

Slight knock from offside front anti roll bar link arm.

Pass 17 Mar 2025 105,226 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2025 105,219 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 103,978 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 102,867 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 102,710 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Side (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 101,725 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 100,973 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 100,454 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 97,155 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear on limit at time of test (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 95,193 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 94,204 miles

oil leak

Pass 4 Mar 2015 92,518 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 90,845 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 89,431 miles

n/s/f brake pipe corroded

o/s/f brake pipe corroded

Fail 4 Mar 2013 89,299 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

n/s/f brake pipe corroded

o/s/f brake pipe corroded

Pass 17 Mar 2012 86,086 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 85,981 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Dec 2010 83,360 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 79,448 miles

FRONT WHEEL TRACKING OUT

Pass 14 Nov 2008 71,828 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2008 71,828 miles

Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 66,486 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2007 66,477 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

offside and nearside rear and offside front brake discs corroded

Pass 14 Dec 2006 57,318 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (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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Y579 HEU is a 2001 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 Y579 HEU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y579 HEU registered?

Y579 HEU is a 2001 Porsche 911, first registered on 8 June 2001.

Is Y579 HEU safe to buy?

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