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D5 POR

1997 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

75,494 mi
Last recorded75,494 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD5 POR
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 75,494 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 74,412 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Slight play in nearside rack end under load

Pass 21 Nov 2023 72,645 miles

Minor oil weep from engine

Slight play from nearside rack end under load

Pass 4 Nov 2022 70,621 miles

Slight play to nearside front steering rack end under load

Pass 23 Nov 2021 69,462 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 69,388 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 May 2019 68,933 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 May 2018 68,273 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2017 68,064 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2016 67,474 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 66,732 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 66,059 miles

Rear tyres wearing low

Pass 27 Mar 2013 65,551 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 64,874 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 63,049 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 60,979 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 57,445 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 55,123 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 52,200 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 49,206 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 49,206 miles

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

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

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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D5 POR is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 D5 POR, 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 D5 POR?

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What year was D5 POR registered?

D5 POR is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 19 February 1997.

Is D5 POR safe to buy?

The MOT history for D5 POR shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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