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P206 XGK

1997 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

49,144 mi
Last recorded49,144 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP206 XGK
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 49,144 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2025 49,144 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 49,059 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 47,988 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 46,406 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 15 Jan 2022 46,406 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Jan 2021 46,406 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 407,535 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 45,883 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2019 45,883 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 45,607 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 45,565 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 45,330 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 45,102 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 44,708 miles

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

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

Offside Inner Front 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)

Pass 23 May 2012 43,739 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 43,736 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Oct 2010 42,380 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jul 2009 40,865 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 39,645 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2007 33,410 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 28,507 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2006 28,507 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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P206 XGK is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P206 XGK, 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 P206 XGK registered?

P206 XGK is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 9 May 1997.

Is P206 XGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P206 XGK shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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