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FYT 450V

1997 Porsche 911

Green Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

44,649 mi
Last recorded44,649 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYT 450V
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2019 44,649 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 44,328 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 43,942 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 43,427 miles
Fail 21 May 2016 43,427 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has a loose flange bolt (2.4.G.4c)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

Pass 16 May 2015 41,888 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 41,888 miles

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 17 May 2014 4,978 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2013 40,662 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 40,662 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 40,079 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 39,092 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 37,822 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 37,822 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 27 Oct 2007 37,760 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 37,735 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 37,735 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

n s r driveshaft boot split

Pass 12 Apr 2006 35,433 miles

bonnet struts defective

no. plates not to colour for vehicle year

Fail 12 Apr 2006 35,433 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

bonnet struts defective

no. plates not to colour for vehicle year

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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FYT 450V is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Green with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 FYT 450V, 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 FYT 450V registered?

FYT 450V is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is FYT 450V safe to buy?

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