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MSH 40R

1997 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

59,991 mi
Last recorded59,991 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMSH 40R
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 59,991 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 58,776 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 57,030 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 55,434 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 53,965 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2021 53,965 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2020 52,341 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 50,591 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 49,169 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 49,022 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 48,269 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 47,983 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 47,979 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2014 46,324 miles

Fuel cap seal perishing.

Pass 30 Apr 2013 45,383 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 41,830 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 40,913 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 39,928 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 35,098 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 May 2008 30,189 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 27,144 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 25,525 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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MSH 40R is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MSH 40R, 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 MSH 40R registered?

MSH 40R is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 27 June 1997.

Is MSH 40R safe to buy?

The MOT history for MSH 40R shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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