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993 SH

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

137,669 mi
Last recorded137,669 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration993 SH
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 137,669 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 137,326 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 136,359 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 133,806 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 132,458 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 131,620 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 130,346 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 128,816 miles

Nearside Front brake disc back plate loose

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear brake disc back plate loose

Pass 16 Oct 2017 125,635 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 121,965 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 121,597 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 121,164 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 121,162 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Oct 2013 120,937 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 18 Oct 2013 120,937 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 120,505 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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)

Pass 8 Oct 2011 119,871 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine and under body covers fitted

Fail 8 Oct 2011 119,871 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine and under body covers fitted

Pass 9 Oct 2010 119,070 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

under body covers fitted

Pass 26 Sep 2009 118,168 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 117,075 miles

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

near side front brake discs slightly corroded on inner surface

Fail 19 Sep 2008 117,075 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

near side front brake discs slightly corroded on inner surface

Pass 31 Aug 2007 115,580 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 102,957 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 92,413 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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993 SH is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 993 SH, 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 993 SH registered?

993 SH is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is 993 SH safe to buy?

The MOT history for 993 SH shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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