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97 LE

1989 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

29,905 mi
Last recorded29,905 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2023
Typical for 1989 Porsche 91183,894 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration97 LE
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2023 29,905 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 29,814 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides. (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 May 2021 29,784 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 29,412 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jul 2014 29,355 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 29,260 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 29,002 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 28,475 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 28,475 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 May 2006 28,366 miles

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

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

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 LE is a 1989 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1989 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 83,894 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 LE, 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 37 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 97 LE?

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What year was 97 LE registered?

97 LE is a 1989 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is 97 LE safe to buy?

The MOT history for 97 LE shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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