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WKZ 997

2005 Porsche 911

Grey Petrol 3824cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

115,288 mi
Last recorded115,288 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Porsche 91149,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKZ 997
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,824cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 115,288 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 112,455 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front pipes between caliper and brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear pipes between caliper and brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 110,814 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 108,315 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 106,201 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 104,586 miles

Nearside Front bump stop split

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front bump stop perished

both rear brake pipes coming off calipers starting to corrode

reverse light inop

undertrays obstructing view of underside

Pass 11 Jun 2020 102,928 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 95,674 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 88,118 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 MM (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 75,211 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 66,434 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm smooth on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 56,727 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 56,727 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 55,315 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

exhaust system rusty at manifolds

Fail 9 Sep 2013 51,720 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

front bo0ot area lined restricting view of steering,suspension and braking components.

front to rear undertrays fitted restricting view of underbody and components.

Pass 9 Sep 2013 51,720 miles

front bo0ot area lined restricting view of steering,suspension and braking components.

front to rear undertrays fitted restricting view of underbody and components.

Pass 16 Jul 2012 49,126 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 49,088 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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)

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

nail in n/s/f tyre.

Pass 25 Mar 2011 45,074 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 36,765 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 33,407 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 21,615 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 19,666 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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WKZ 997 is a 2005 Porsche 911 in Grey with a 3,824cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 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 WKZ 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WKZ 997 registered?

WKZ 997 is a 2005 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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