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MIW 212

1997 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

81,802 mi
Last recorded81,802 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIW 212
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 81,802 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 81,643 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 80,756 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 80,454 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 79,999 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2018 79,997 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm x2 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2016 74,144 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 69,591 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 65,473 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 64,452 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 60,184 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 53,883 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 45,829 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 43,848 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 42,147 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 39,495 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2007 39,495 miles

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Feb 2006 35,539 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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MIW 212 is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MIW 212, 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 MIW 212 registered?

MIW 212 is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 12 August 1997.

Is MIW 212 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MIW 212 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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