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WAH 959

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

36,546 mi
Last recorded36,546 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAH 959
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2021 36,546 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2020 36,543 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 36,503 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2016 36,474 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 36,402 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 36,342 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 36,267 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 35,978 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Mar 2012 35,904 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2011 33,091 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 30,071 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 25,750 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2007 22,474 miles

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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WAH 959 is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 WAH 959, 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 WAH 959 registered?

WAH 959 is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 18 June 1997.

Is WAH 959 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAH 959 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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