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N1 AKL

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

52,514 mi
Last recorded52,514 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN1 AKL
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 52,514 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))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2024 51,249 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 389 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 49,089 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2022 49,089 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 47,760 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Slight weeping from both rocker covers. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 47,260 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 46,239 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 44,447 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 43,247 miles

Factory undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of underbody, fuel and brake lines.

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 24 Nov 2016 41,847 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 40,097 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 39,639 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 38,325 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 37,275 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 36,228 miles

both front track rod arm have slight play in bushes.

Pass 29 Nov 2010 34,713 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 33,822 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 31,915 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

under vehicle covers fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2007 26,919 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 24,583 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 22,774 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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N1 AKL is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 N1 AKL, 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 N1 AKL registered?

N1 AKL is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 22 December 1997.

Is N1 AKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N1 AKL shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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