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A911 TAR

1997 Porsche 911

Green Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,052 mi
Last recorded55,052 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA911 TAR
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2025 55,052 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 55,034 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 54,971 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 54,794 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 54,689 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 54,684 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 53,995 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 53,973 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 53,873 miles

both rear tyres perished

offside front tyre perished

Pass 30 May 2013 53,758 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jun 2012 53,445 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jun 2011 52,891 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 52,038 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 51,249 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 50,469 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 49,062 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 48,496 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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A911 TAR is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Green with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 A911 TAR, 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 A911 TAR?

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What year was A911 TAR registered?

A911 TAR is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is A911 TAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A911 TAR shows 17 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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