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BS 1772

1997 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

112,033 mi
Last recorded112,033 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBS 1772
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 112,033 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 110,077 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 108,317 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 105,998 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 103,750 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 101,702 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 101,703 miles

advise slight play o/s/f shock bush

Pass 30 Jul 2018 101,703 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front pipes corroding inner arch areas (covered in grease)

oil residue engine areas

Fail 30 Jul 2018 101,703 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front pipes corroding inner arch areas (covered in grease)

oil residue engine areas

Pass 10 Aug 2017 99,977 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil residue engine area's

pipework in offside front wheel arch corroding

Pass 11 Aug 2016 97,077 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Aug 2015 93,631 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 90,990 miles

corrosion to inner face of both rear brake discs

Fail 18 Aug 2014 90,964 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

corrosion to inner face of both rear brake discs

Pass 28 Aug 2013 87,858 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 84,968 miles

possible slight exhaust blowing emissions lambda on maximum

Pass 12 Sep 2011 78,927 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 78,886 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 74,267 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 68,486 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 10 Sep 2009 68,474 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 65,338 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 57,624 miles

both rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 20 Oct 2006 56,450 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 56,074 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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BS 1772 is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Silver 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 BS 1772, 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 BS 1772 registered?

BS 1772 is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is BS 1772 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BS 1772 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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