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9 VSX

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

65,559 mi
Last recorded65,559 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration9 VSX
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 65,559 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 65,541 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 65,541 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 65,518 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 64,972 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 64,641 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 63,841 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 61,854 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 60,794 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 59,318 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 59,308 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 May 2009 57,740 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 56,673 miles

o/s and n/s front wipers spliting

Pass 24 Apr 2007 54,398 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 49,450 miles

slight imbalance on front brakes-23%(max25%)

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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9 VSX is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 9 VSX, 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 9 VSX?

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What year was 9 VSX registered?

9 VSX is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 10 July 1997.

Is 9 VSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 9 VSX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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