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C2 SXX

1997 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,200 mi
Last recorded93,200 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC2 SXX
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 93,200 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 92,906 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 92,477 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 91,987 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 91,379 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 90,862 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 89,892 miles

sill covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 15 Apr 2019 89,892 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

sill covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Apr 2018 88,995 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 88,204 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 86,778 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 85,778 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 84,699 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 83,324 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 May 2012 82,241 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 80,968 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 80,968 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 79,875 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 78,468 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 76,252 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 73,094 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2007 73,094 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 71,213 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 71,170 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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C2 SXX is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 C2 SXX, 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 C2 SXX?

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What year was C2 SXX registered?

C2 SXX is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 20 March 1997.

Is C2 SXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C2 SXX shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C2 SXX have outstanding finance?

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