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J997 PBV

1992 Porsche 911

Grey Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

58,582 mi
Last recorded58,582 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2016
Typical for 1992 Porsche 91190,034 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ997 PBV
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2016 58,582 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 55,581 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/40/17 (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/40/17 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 54,634 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear brake pads wearing thin

Fail 6 Nov 2013 54,634 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 7 Nov 2012 53,770 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 52,781 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 10 Aug 2010 52,444 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside headlamp lens slightly damaged

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 52,444 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside headlamp lens slightly damaged

Pass 25 Jun 2009 50,279 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

corrosion band on inside of both brake discs

Pass 11 Mar 2008 45,769 miles

Condensation in offside headlamp lens

Front brake discs slightly corroded

Front registration plate slightly damaged

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 9 Jun 2006 43,324 miles

Imported vehicle, declared manufactured 1992, Non CAT test carried out.

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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J997 PBV is a 1992 Porsche 911 in Grey with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1992 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 90,034 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 J997 PBV, 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 34 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 J997 PBV registered?

J997 PBV is a 1992 Porsche 911, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J997 PBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J997 PBV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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