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XGF 162M

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 2341cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

44,402 mi
Last recorded44,402 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2013
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGF 162M
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,341cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2013 44,402 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 May 2012 44,399 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 44,399 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 44,399 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 44,385 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 44,385 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 44,385 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 44,385 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 44,331 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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XGF 162M is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 2,341cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XGF 162M, 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 XGF 162M registered?

XGF 162M is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is XGF 162M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGF 162M shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XGF 162M have outstanding finance?

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