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MDS 77

1997 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

112 mi
Last recorded112 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMDS 77
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 112 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 1 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 111,823 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 111,823 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 111,693 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 111,625 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 110,922 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 109,426 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 106,514 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 102,651 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 97,702 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 92,830 miles
Fail 17 May 2008 92,456 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 May 2007 82,893 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 75,878 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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MDS 77 is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 MDS 77, 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

How do I check the history of MDS 77?

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What year was MDS 77 registered?

MDS 77 is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is MDS 77 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MDS 77 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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