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HHZ 993

1997 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

120,123 mi
Last recorded120,123 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHZ 993
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 120,123 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 119,021 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 116,401 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 115,482 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 112,233 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 112,057 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 111,805 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 111,745 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 111,677 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 111,103 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 110,299 miles

both rear tyres wearing inside

Pass 24 Apr 2014 109,299 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2013 107,074 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 104,631 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 101,221 miles

rear discs pitted and worn

Fail 17 Mar 2011 101,217 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

rear discs pitted and worn

Pass 25 Feb 2010 99,420 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 99,420 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 94,305 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 89,856 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

rear brake discs pitted

Pass 13 May 2008 89,856 miles

rear brake discs pitted

Pass 30 Apr 2007 85,328 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 83,537 miles
Pass 5 May 2005 80,646 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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HHZ 993 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 87.5%.

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 HHZ 993, 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 HHZ 993 registered?

HHZ 993 is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is HHZ 993 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HHZ 993 shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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