MOT Status
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165,593 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened *Both rear discs* (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Corroded flexible joints. (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened *Both rear discs* (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Corroded flexible joints. (6.1.2 (a))
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S/F and O/S/F (1.1.11 (c))
Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
N/S/F and O/S/F Shock absorber rods have small play
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Caliper pipe (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
T he underside is mainly covered by under trays
Rear Lower Exhaust has slight leak, does not adversely affect emissions
Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
play in nearside steering rack
slight play at steering wheel to steering column
slight play in nearside steering track arm inner joint
slight play in nearside track rod end
slight play in nearside steering rack
rear shock absorbers becoming weak
slight play at steering wheel to colume
slight play from nearside front wheel area
slight play in offside rear anti roll bar drop link and inner roll bar bushes
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
slight play in offside rear anti roll bar drop link and inner roll bar bushes
bonnet release button missing
Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
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VIW 997 is a 2005 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,824cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.
Across all 2005 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 49,844 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 VIW 997, 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 21 years old, this Porsche 911 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.
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What year was VIW 997 registered?
VIW 997 is a 2005 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 March 2005.
Is VIW 997 safe to buy?
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