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JAO 397

2017 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 2981cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

38,267 mi
Last recorded38,267 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Porsche 91118,663 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAO 397
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,981cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 38,267 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 34,032 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2025 33,988 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 295/35r19 goodyear eagle f1 no fitment (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm 235/40r19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm badly worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2024 29,485 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Feb 2024 29,477 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 235/40r19 goodyear f1 no fitment (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2023 25,657 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2022 21,801 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 17,575 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2021 17,575 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 13,730 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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JAO 397 is a 2017 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 2,981cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2017 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.7% with a typical mileage of 18,663 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 JAO 397, 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 9 years old, this Porsche 911 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was JAO 397 registered?

JAO 397 is a 2017 Porsche 911, first registered on 3 March 2017.

Is JAO 397 safe to buy?

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