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97 HWB

1997 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

85,921 mi
Last recorded85,921 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration97 HWB
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 85,921 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 83,551 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 81,676 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 78,106 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2021 78,105 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 76,015 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 74,782 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

o/s headlamp washer not working

steering slight stiff in certain positions

Pass 17 Jun 2016 74,435 miles

Both front tyres have uneven wear on inner edge

Oil leak ()

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (2.4.G.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 73,941 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 72,730 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 69,973 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear brake discs rusty from the inside

Pass 24 Apr 2012 67,813 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 64,003 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 59,255 miles

front no plate damaged??

limited underbody visability due to plastic covers???

o/s & n/s front tyres worn on inner edges??

Fail 28 Apr 2010 59,255 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

front no plate damaged??

limited underbody visability due to plastic covers???

o/s & n/s front tyres worn on inner edges??

Pass 10 Jun 2009 56,627 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 52,986 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 47,711 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 43,945 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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97 HWB is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 97 HWB, 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

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What year was 97 HWB registered?

97 HWB is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 9 April 1997.

Is 97 HWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 97 HWB shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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