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M2 POR

1997 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

67,964 mi
Last recorded67,964 miles
Recorded on18 May 2022
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM2 POR
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2022 67,964 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2021 67,929 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2019 67,922 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2019 67,922 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working Side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 67,878 miles

Nearside Front n/s/f bump stop perished.

No EML/MIL lamp on this vehicle/model year, 'check engine' lamp only illuminates upon fault, ref Porsche info.

Offside Front o/s/f bump stop perished.

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

unable to inspect sills due to covers fitted.

Pass 24 Aug 2017 67,865 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 67,858 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 67,635 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 67,040 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 66,911 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jul 2012 66,834 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jun 2011 66,715 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 65,394 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 65,106 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 64,093 miles

Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 20 Jun 2008 64,080 miles

Nearside Inner Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 63,073 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 60,327 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 60,327 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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M2 POR is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 M2 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 M2 POR registered?

M2 POR is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 28 May 1997.

Is M2 POR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M2 POR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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