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XIB 2517

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3387cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

75,165 mi
Last recorded75,165 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXIB 2517
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,387cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2024 75,165 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 75,040 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 74,870 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 74,485 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2017 74,485 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Aug 2016 74,193 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2016 74,192 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 73,909 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 73,434 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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XIB 2517 is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,387cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 XIB 2517, 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

How do I check the history of XIB 2517?

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What year was XIB 2517 registered?

XIB 2517 is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is XIB 2517 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XIB 2517 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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