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4491 D

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

50,974 mi
Last recorded50,974 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration4491 D
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 50,974 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 49,645 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 47,762 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 47,706 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 47,310 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 47,018 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 46,813 miles

Nearside Front suspension strut bump stop split

Pass 4 Aug 2015 45,970 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 44,257 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 41,395 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 39,385 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 36,618 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 33,841 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 33,841 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 30,792 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 26,903 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 23,897 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 19,554 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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4491 D is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 4491 D, 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 4491 D?

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What year was 4491 D registered?

4491 D is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 2 April 1997.

Is 4491 D safe to buy?

The MOT history for 4491 D shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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