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Porsche 944

White · Petrol · 1988 · 2,479 cc

71 GTMOT history

71 GT is a white petrol Porsche 944 first used on 30 Dec 1988. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 144,380 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

71 GT white Porsche 944 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche 944, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
144,380 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,532 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
71 GT
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Porsche
Model
944
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,479 cc
Year of manufacture
1988
First used
30 Dec 1988
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

71 GT was last recorded at 144,380 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 132 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,248 miles · 30 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
132 miles
Average per year
1,532 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,380 miles
  • 2024 – 144,248 miles
  • 2021 – 143,989 miles
  • 2016 – 143,900 miles
  • 2015 – 143,883 miles
  • 2014 – 142,649 miles
  • 2013 – 138,053 miles
  • 2012 – 130,596 miles
  • 2011 – 120,757 miles
  • 2010 – 120,214 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,380 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 21 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,380 miles (+132)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    144,380 miles
    Test number
    539256337805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass144,248 miles (+39)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    144,248 miles
    Test number
    719402274253
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail144,209 miles (+220)4 major3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,209 miles
    Test number
    880774313665
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorElectrical wiring slightly deteriorated Plastic housings/covers of wiring loom under vehicle (4.11 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brakes have got hot and pads breaking up
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to underside of vehicle in and around prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryUnable to check wheel bearings etc due to brake binding issues

  4. Pass143,989 miles (+89)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    143,989 miles
    Test number
    811723113005
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rear hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to underside of vehicle in and around prescribed areas

  5. Pass143,900 miles (+17)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    143,900 miles
    Test number
    877210745894
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to wheel (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to wheel (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting bracket broken
    • AdvisorySlight play in bottom steering column joint

  6. Fail143,883 miles (+1,234)3 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,883 miles
    Test number
    802932858092
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure bolt loose (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to wheel (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to wheel (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting bracket broken
    • AdvisorySlight play in bottom steering column joint

  7. Pass142,649 miles (+4,596)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    142,649 miles
    Test number
    229816724155
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  8. Pass138,053 miles (+7,457)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    138,053 miles
    Test number
    507529013228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail130,596 miles1 repaired10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,596 miles
    Test number
    787033622293
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteN/s rear brake binding slightly

  10. Pass130,596 miles (+9,839)10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    130,596 miles
    Test number
    989323822204
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteN/s rear brake binding slightly

  11. Pass120,757 miles (+1)9 advisories13 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    120,757 miles
    Test number
    616630121297
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteElectrical wiring damaged/contaminated
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteBrake pad wear, warning light on
    • NoteCentre rear veiw mirror not present
    • NoteFuel tank strap corroded
    • NoteOffside headlamp lens cracked
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear drive shaft gaiters loose
    • NoteRear sub-frame corroded
    • NoteUndertray fitted

  12. Fail120,756 miles (+542)4 failures1 repaired9 advisories13 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,756 miles
    Test number
    317627211431
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteElectrical wiring damaged/contaminated
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteBrake pad wear, warning light on
    • NoteCentre rear veiw mirror not present
    • NoteFuel tank strap corroded
    • NoteOffside headlamp lens cracked
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear drive shaft gaiters loose
    • NoteRear sub-frame corroded
    • NoteUndertray fitted

  13. Pass120,214 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    120,214 miles
    Test number
    420592500223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

Questions about 71 GT

What vehicle is registration 71 GT currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 71 GT on a white petrol Porsche 944 first used on 30 Dec 1988. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 71 GT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 71 GT is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on 71 GT?
The MOT on 71 GT is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 71 GT done?
71 GT was recorded at 144,380 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 1,532 miles a year.
Has 71 GT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 71 GT has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on 71 GT ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 71 GT find?
71 GT passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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