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BFZ 997

2005 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3824cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

115,489 mi
Last recorded115,489 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Porsche 91149,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFZ 997
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,824cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 115,489 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 113,829 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 110,090 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 106,261 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 102,953 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 97,492 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chips on windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 93,687 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 92,351 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 90,559 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 90,209 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

under covers fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2016 87,573 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 84,752 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2013 79,084 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 74,274 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 68,113 miles

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

Srs airbag light on

Pass 10 Mar 2011 65,967 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 52,481 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2010 52,481 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 39,490 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 25,752 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
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BFZ 997 is a 2005 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,824cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 49,844 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 BFZ 997, 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 21 years old, this Porsche 911 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BFZ 997 registered?

BFZ 997 is a 2005 Porsche 911, first registered on 14 January 2005.

Is BFZ 997 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFZ 997 shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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