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P580 WGD

1997 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

88,604 mi
Last recorded88,604 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP580 WGD
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 88,604 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 88,090 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2023 85,699 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 84,778 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 84,031 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 84,141 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 84,030 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 84,031 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 83,185 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 81,730 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 81,730 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 May 2013 80,553 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 80,553 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 80,049 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 79,408 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 78,252 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2009 77,412 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 76,350 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 30 Oct 2006 74,174 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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P580 WGD is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 P580 WGD, 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 P580 WGD?

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What year was P580 WGD registered?

P580 WGD is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P580 WGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P580 WGD shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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