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C4 VSB

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

124,585 mi
Last recorded124,585 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC4 VSB
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 124,585 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 124,401 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 123,545 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 123,145 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 121,259 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 119,103 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 116,821 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 115,317 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 114,319 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak multiple ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 9 Apr 2011 94,506 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 94,506 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 85,452 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 31 Mar 2010 85,452 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 74,626 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 70,018 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

hole in n/s headlmp lens

Pass 22 May 2006 63,392 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 63,392 miles

Offside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

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 VSB is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 C4 VSB, 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 C4 VSB?

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What year was C4 VSB registered?

C4 VSB is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 30 May 1997.

Is C4 VSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C4 VSB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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