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L666 NPH

1997 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests28 (17 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate60.7%

Mileage

136,953 mi
Last recorded136,953 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL666 NPH
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

17 pass 11 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 136,953 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2025 131,746 miles

Nearside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2025 131,339 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 127,312 miles

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2024 127,305 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 123,490 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 121,630 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 119,742 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 117,503 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 116,693 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 114,291 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 114,291 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 111,819 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 109,471 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 109,435 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 108,209 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 108,203 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jul 2014 107,329 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 107,308 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Aug 2013 106,677 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 106,670 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Fail 7 Aug 2012 105,835 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2012 105,835 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 102,054 miles

Headlamp switch insecure (1.7.1)

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 102,054 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 14 Jun 2011 101,876 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 5 Jun 2010 98,268 miles

front windows tinted.

o/s/ rear tyre has notch in outer sidewall.

o/s/ repeater slightly insecure

Fail 22 May 2010 98,189 miles

Nearside Lower Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

2 x front windows tinted

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside side indicator loose

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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L666 NPH is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.7%.

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 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 L666 NPH, 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 L666 NPH registered?

L666 NPH is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is L666 NPH safe to buy?

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