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C4 SDO

1997 Porsche 911

Multi-colour Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

75,298 mi
Last recorded75,298 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC4 SDO
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 75,298 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 75,292 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2024 75,289 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested Due to oil leak (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 74,911 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 74,357 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 73,909 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 73,574 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 71,179 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 69,795 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 67,807 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 62,726 miles

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)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 59,698 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 57,603 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 56,096 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 47,220 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 39,833 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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C4 SDO is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Multi-colour with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 C4 SDO, 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 C4 SDO registered?

C4 SDO is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is C4 SDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C4 SDO shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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