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K31 BEE

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2025
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

110,227 mi
Last recorded110,227 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2024
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK31 BEE
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2024 110,227 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 109,454 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 107,926 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 106,172 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 104,494 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 102,193 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 99,493 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2018 99,493 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2017 96,305 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 95,667 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 94,100 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 92,264 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2014 92,264 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Petrol flap not able to secure

washer jet not working on all jets

Fail 22 Feb 2013 87,720 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 87,720 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 83,184 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 83,021 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)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 82,821 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 82,821 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 82,388 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 82,350 miles

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Mar 2008 80,786 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Feb 2007 78,002 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2007 77,954 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2006 73,025 miles

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

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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K31 BEE is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 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 K31 BEE, 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

How do I check the history of K31 BEE?

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What year was K31 BEE registered?

K31 BEE is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 24 April 1997.

Is K31 BEE safe to buy?

The MOT history for K31 BEE shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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