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NWJ 226D

1997 Porsche 912

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

9,877 mi
Last recorded9,877 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91223,734 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNWJ 226D
MakePorsche
Model912
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2017 9,877 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 9,754 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 9,273 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 8,916 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 8,646 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 8,370 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 May 2006 8,111 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 8,111 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

How Reliable is the Porsche 912?

Based on 2,730 MOT tests across 424 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
512
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
424
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 123
Stop lamp not working 76
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 74
brake binding 73
Direction indicator incorrect colour 67
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NWJ 226D is a 1997 Porsche 912 in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Porsche 912 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 23,734 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche 912 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 123 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NWJ 226D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 912 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 29 years old, this Porsche 912 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NWJ 226D registered?

NWJ 226D is a 1997 Porsche 912, first registered on 21 April 1997.

Is NWJ 226D safe to buy?

The MOT history for NWJ 226D shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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