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G9 WNE

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

198,027 mi
Last recorded198,027 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG9 WNE
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 198,027 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 198,535 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2025 198,525 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 197,990 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 197,985 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 197,285 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 197,230 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 196,730 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2019 196,730 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 196,695 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 196,580 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 196,461 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 196,450 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 195,933 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 192,854 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 187,248 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 178,690 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 158,310 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 131,200 miles

headlamps are taped to make flat pattern

Pass 14 Mar 2008 106,603 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 80,791 miles

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)

surface corrosion to all brake discs

Pass 28 Mar 2006 75,148 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 75,146 miles

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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G9 WNE is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 G9 WNE, 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 G9 WNE registered?

G9 WNE is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is G9 WNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for G9 WNE shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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