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YBA 137S

1978 Porsche 911

Brown Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,160 mi
Last recorded60,160 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 1978 Porsche 91189,745 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBA 137S
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 6 Feb 2026 60,160 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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YBA 137S is a 1978 Porsche 911 in Brown with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 89,745 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 YBA 137S, 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 48 years old, this Porsche 911 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YBA 137S?

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What year was YBA 137S registered?

YBA 137S is a 1978 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is YBA 137S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBA 137S shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YBA 137S have outstanding finance?

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