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J66 POR

1997 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

92,301 mi
Last recorded92,301 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ66 POR
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 92,301 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear light lenses cracked

Pass 26 Sep 2024 92,103 miles

all tyres cracked

rear light lenses cracked

Pass 9 Dec 2022 91,854 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 91,810 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 91,565 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 91,408 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 91,137 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 91,137 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 91,075 miles

rear seat belts not tested

Pass 2 Sep 2014 89,663 miles

nearside rear seatbelt not tested (child seat fitted).

Fail 2 Sep 2014 89,663 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

nearside rear seatbelt not tested (child seat fitted).

Pass 21 Mar 2013 87,850 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 87,032 miles

front springs loose in cups when suspension lifted.

Fail 1 Sep 2011 87,032 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front springs loose in cups when suspension lifted.

Pass 15 Sep 2010 85,376 miles

parking brake only just good enough for MOT pass.

Pass 24 Aug 2009 84,066 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2008 83,187 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 82,429 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 76,336 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 76,135 miles

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

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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J66 POR is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 J66 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

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What year was J66 POR registered?

J66 POR is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is J66 POR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J66 POR shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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