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WFZ 997

2009 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

56,098 mi
Last recorded56,098 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Porsche 91140,695 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFZ 997
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 56,098 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 52,935 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 46,458 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 43,603 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 40,559 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 35,689 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 33,750 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 31,448 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 17 Apr 2018 31,443 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 3 Dec 2016 28,607 miles

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

Offside Front Coolant leak Lower hose ()

Offside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened Corrosion to inner face (3.5.1n)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 27,423 miles

Offside Front slight coolant leak

Pass 24 Nov 2014 25,903 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Nov 2013 21,404 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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

cut in inner sidewall on nearside rear tyre

cut in sidewall on nearside front tyre

Pass 23 Nov 2012 15,986 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cut in n/s/r tyre inner sidewall

Pass 11 Apr 2012 15,247 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 15,147 miles

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

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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WFZ 997 is a 2009 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 40,695 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 WFZ 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 17 years old, this Porsche 911 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WFZ 997 registered?

WFZ 997 is a 2009 Porsche 911, first registered on 17 March 2009.

Is WFZ 997 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WFZ 997 shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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