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XIL 2274

1997 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

243,879 mi
Last recorded243,879 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2018
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXIL 2274
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2018 243,879 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2018 243,865 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Jul 2018 243,841 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases From rear exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing HEAVY CRACKING TO SIDE WALL! (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Aug 2017 243,640 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 243,363 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 243,147 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 241,309 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 240,310 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 237,699 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 237,553 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 236,802 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 235,793 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 235,199 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 23,207 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 231,927 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 231,736 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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XIL 2274 is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 XIL 2274, 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.

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XIL 2274 is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 November 1997.

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