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A1 UXK

1997 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

143,788 mi
Last recorded143,788 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 UXK
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 143,788 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2025 143,788 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2024 143,485 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 142,986 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 142,746 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 142,537 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 142,406 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 142,332 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 142,203 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2017 142,192 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Central Rear engine oil leak

Pass 9 Dec 2016 141,722 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine oil leak

Pass 13 Aug 2016 138,090 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 133,105 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 126,364 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2013 123,092 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2012 118,567 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 118,567 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 115,327 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 114,204 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 110,250 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 109,853 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 107,384 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2006 107,384 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

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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A1 UXK is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A1 UXK, 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

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What year was A1 UXK registered?

A1 UXK is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is A1 UXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 UXK shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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