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YYJ 821

1971 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 2700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

68,337 mi
Last recorded68,337 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2021
Typical for 1971 Porsche 91153,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYJ 821
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,700cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2021 68,337 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 67,306 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 67,115 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 65,389 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 65,062 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 64,084 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 62,052 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 59,753 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 59,085 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 57,627 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 56,775 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 55,127 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 53,641 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2006 52,799 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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YYJ 821 is a 1971 Porsche 911 in Red with a 2,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1971 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 53,384 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 YYJ 821, 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 55 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 YYJ 821 registered?

YYJ 821 is a 1971 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1971.

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