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H3 WKJ

1997 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

55,680 mi
Last recorded55,680 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH3 WKJ
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 55,680 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 54,544 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 53,774 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 52,956 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2022 52,918 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 51,160 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 50,561 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 48,521 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 47,205 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 47,205 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp side light (1.2.1f)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 46,640 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2014 44,859 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 7 Dec 2013 43,847 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f tyre worn inner edge

Pass 15 Dec 2012 42,784 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f tyre wearing slightly on inner edge of tread

Pass 15 Dec 2011 40,903 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 39,072 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 38,005 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

O/S/F tyre worn on inner edge

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Dec 2008 36,657 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 35,266 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 33,619 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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H3 WKJ is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 H3 WKJ, 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 H3 WKJ registered?

H3 WKJ is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is H3 WKJ safe to buy?

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