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P991 XGK

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

84,374 mi
Last recorded84,374 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP991 XGK
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 84,374 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 82,556 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 80,934 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2022 79,747 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2022 79,747 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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 12 May 2021 78,508 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 78,500 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 77,297 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 75,574 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 74,377 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 71,465 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 69,160 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 68,221 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 67,485 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 66,440 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 6 May 2010 66,425 miles

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 May 2009 65,216 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2008 64,423 miles

Both front tyres worn unevenly on inside edge.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 62,455 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 61,513 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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P991 XGK is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P991 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 P991 XGK registered?

P991 XGK is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P991 XGK safe to buy?

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