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LUG 5Y

1997 Porsche 911

Green Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

62,916 mi
Last recorded62,916 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUG 5Y
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 62,916 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 62,622 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 62,358 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 62,057 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 61,654 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 61,028 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2013 60,049 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)

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

Fail 20 May 2013 60,041 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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)

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

Pass 16 May 2012 59,059 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 May 2011 58,384 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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)

Pass 11 May 2010 83,993 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 55,614 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 52,882 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 50,584 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 47,025 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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LUG 5Y is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Green with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LUG 5Y, 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 LUG 5Y?

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What year was LUG 5Y registered?

LUG 5Y is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 14 March 1997.

Is LUG 5Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for LUG 5Y shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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