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HNZ 997

2005 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,835 mi
Last recorded85,835 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Porsche 91149,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNZ 997
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 85,835 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Jun 2026 85,820 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2025 84,708 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 83,697 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 82,943 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Starting to wear on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Starting to wear on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2022 82,241 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 81,152 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 80,054 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 79,182 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 79,026 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 15 Sep 2017 78,439 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 77,210 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 75,325 miles

oil leak

Pass 19 Mar 2014 70,855 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 70,661 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 68,237 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 63,102 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 60,649 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 55,113 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 50,549 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2008 45,747 miles

both rear tyres close to legal limit

front pads low

slight play in nearside front steering arm

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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HNZ 997 is a 2005 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 HNZ 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 HNZ 997 registered?

HNZ 997 is a 2005 Porsche 911, first registered on 19 April 2005.

Is HNZ 997 safe to buy?

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