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XNZ 997

2005 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3824cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

71,751 mi
Last recorded71,751 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Porsche 91149,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXNZ 997
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,824cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 71,751 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 65,555 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 57,862 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres starting to wear on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 May 2023 56,288 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 55,545 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 54,335 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2020 52,344 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 51,476 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 49,592 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 47,422 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 46,795 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 45,201 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2014 43,186 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Sep 2013 41,569 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 39,433 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 37,225 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 33,605 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 33,605 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

n/s/f wheel slight curb dammage

rear tyres getting low on tread

Pass 3 Sep 2009 24,586 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 15,884 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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XNZ 997 is a 2005 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,824cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 XNZ 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 XNZ 997 registered?

XNZ 997 is a 2005 Porsche 911, first registered on 8 September 2005.

Is XNZ 997 safe to buy?

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