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GAF 158V

1997 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

42,309 mi
Last recorded42,309 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAF 158V
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 42,309 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 41,923 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 41,834 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 41,664 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 41,225 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 40,880 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 40,053 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 39,811 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 39,483 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 38,718 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 38,290 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 37,631 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 21 Nov 2009 37,348 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 37,093 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 31,785 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 27,096 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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GAF 158V is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GAF 158V, 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 GAF 158V registered?

GAF 158V is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is GAF 158V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAF 158V shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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