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P142 YUB

1997 Porsche 911

Purple Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

66,632 mi
Last recorded66,632 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP142 YUB
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 66,632 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 66,550 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 66,398 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 66,113 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 65,811 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 65,615 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 65,468 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2018 312,318 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2018 65,105 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2017 64,923 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 64,752 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 64,591 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 64,324 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 63,952 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Oct 2012 63,470 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Oct 2011 63,119 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 63,119 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 62,449 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 62,436 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2009 60,646 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 57,154 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 55,583 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2006 54,816 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 5 Jun 2006 53,796 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 52,983 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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P142 YUB is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Purple with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 P142 YUB, 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 P142 YUB registered?

P142 YUB is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 14 January 1997.

Is P142 YUB safe to buy?

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