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K871 YFV

1997 Porsche 911

Green Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2024
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

129,588 mi
Last recorded129,588 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK871 YFV
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2023 129,588 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 129,462 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 129,399 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 129,393 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 129,374 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 129,314 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 129,238 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 129,131 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 129,084 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 128,958 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 128,979 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 125,874 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 122,885 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 May 2010 119,768 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2009 119,289 miles
Pass 5 May 2008 116,817 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 116,380 miles

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

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

all brake discs slightly rusty (lack of use)

Pass 8 Feb 2006 115,945 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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K871 YFV is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Green with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 K871 YFV, 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 K871 YFV registered?

K871 YFV is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 20 May 1997.

Is K871 YFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K871 YFV shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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