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TDV 159M

1973 Porsche 911 Targa

White Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

33,267 mi
Last recorded33,267 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDV 159M
MakePorsche
Model911 Targa
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 33,267 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 31,599 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 29,646 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 27,554 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 27,128 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 13,691 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 13,691 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 13,486 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 13,441 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Handbrakecable fouling on driveshaft when operated

How Reliable is the Porsche 911 Targa?

Based on 849 MOT tests across 105 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
828
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
105
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too high 28
brake binding 22
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 17
position lamp(s) not working 17
fog lamp not working 16
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TDV 159M is a 1973 Porsche 911 Targa in White with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

The most common reason a Porsche 911 Targa fails its MOT is headlamp aim too high, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TDV 159M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 911 Targa typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 53 years old, this Porsche 911 Targa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TDV 159M registered?

TDV 159M is a 1973 Porsche 911 Targa, first registered on 1 July 1973.

Is TDV 159M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TDV 159M shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TDV 159M have outstanding finance?

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