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WIG 993

1997 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,295 mi
Last recorded83,295 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWIG 993
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 6 Jul 2026 83,295 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2025 81,384 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 81,337 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2018 81,107 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 81,057 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 80,810 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 79,979 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 79,448 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 78,609 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 77,957 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 76,341 miles

Centre Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Front bonnet struts weak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 71,086 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 16 Mar 2009 70,767 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 62,774 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 61,563 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 59,168 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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WIG 993 is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WIG 993, 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 WIG 993 registered?

WIG 993 is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is WIG 993 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WIG 993 shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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