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MRD 1P

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

48,183 mi
Last recorded48,183 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRD 1P
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 48,183 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 48,057 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2024 48,057 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 47,038 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 45,976 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 45,812 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 45,627 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 45,627 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 45,164 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 44,896 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 44,257 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Aug 2014 43,714 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 43,714 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 43,035 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 42,990 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 42,208 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 42,100 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 42,100 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 41,703 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 41,125 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 40,323 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 38,751 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 36,649 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 35,043 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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MRD 1P is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MRD 1P, 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 MRD 1P registered?

MRD 1P is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is MRD 1P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRD 1P shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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