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L186 RTY

1997 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

25,118 mi
Last recorded25,118 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL186 RTY
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 25,118 miles

Front Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 18 Jun 2026 25,118 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Front and rear (0.1 (d))

Front Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 May 2025 25,114 miles
Fail 24 May 2025 25,114 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 24,896 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 24,893 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 24,725 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2014 24,541 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on edge

Pass 16 Oct 2013 24,394 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Oct 2012 24,164 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 23,519 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

undershield cover fitted

Pass 6 Oct 2010 22,161 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 21,391 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 20,739 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 20,000 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 18,915 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 330,123 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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L186 RTY is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 L186 RTY, 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.

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What year was L186 RTY registered?

L186 RTY is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is L186 RTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for L186 RTY shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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