CarVerify

Free Car Check

5831 WB

1997 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,552 mi
Last recorded56,552 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Porsche
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

Registration5831 WB
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2026 56,552 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 56,517 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 56,442 miles

slight movement in n/.s rear track arm to lower joint

Pass 26 May 2023 56,400 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 56,388 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 56,244 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 56,194 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 56,057 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 55,783 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 55,755 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 55,489 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 55,145 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 54,986 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 54,722 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 54,235 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 53,335 miles

offside rear brake starting to bind on slightly

Pass 26 Aug 2008 52,641 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 51,372 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 49,551 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
Full Porsche 911 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

5831 WB is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 67,758 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 5831 WB, 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 29 years old, this Porsche 911 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 5831 WB?

You can check the full history of 5831 WB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was 5831 WB registered?

5831 WB is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is 5831 WB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5831 WB shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 5831 WB have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on 5831 WB. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.