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M6 GBJ

1997 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,537 mi
Last recorded63,537 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM6 GBJ
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 63,537 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 63,465 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All brake hoses. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 63,028 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 62,414 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 62,402 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2017 61,014 miles

Nearside Front unable to check seat belt buckle fitted in footwell

Fail 29 Dec 2017 61,014 miles

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

Nearside Front unable to check seat belt buckle fitted in footwell

Pass 7 Oct 2016 60,400 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 60,397 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 59,477 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 59,371 miles

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

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

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 58,131 miles

both front tyres cracking on tread, cannot fail as not down to cords, but advise change asap

Pass 13 Mar 2009 56,956 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2008 56,363 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 55,469 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 49,714 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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M6 GBJ is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 M6 GBJ, 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 M6 GBJ registered?

M6 GBJ is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is M6 GBJ safe to buy?

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