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53 DC

1997 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,827 mi
Last recorded45,827 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration53 DC
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 26 Nov 2025 45,827 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 45,608 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 45,558 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 45,548 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 45,409 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 45,283 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 45,199 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 45,121 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 45,003 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 44,917 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 44,775 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 44,642 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 44,371 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 44,047 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 43,892 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 43,624 miles

both rear tyres close to legal limit 1.6m

Pass 3 Sep 2008 43,068 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 42,436 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 41,436 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2005 40,457 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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53 DC is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 53 DC, 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 53 DC?

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What year was 53 DC registered?

53 DC is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 12 June 1997.

Is 53 DC safe to buy?

The MOT history for 53 DC shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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