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P202 FAU

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

148,891 mi
Last recorded148,891 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP202 FAU
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 148,891 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 148,874 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 148,857 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 146,893 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 146,831 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 146,813 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 146,796 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 144,470 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 May 2019 144,470 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 May 2018 144,451 miles

Advise to improve parking brake performance

Covers on underbody

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 May 2018 144,457 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Covers on underbody

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2017 143,197 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 139,734 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 137,521 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 137,374 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 133,557 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 123,421 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 119,163 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 115,220 miles

o/s hand brake slight low reading

Pass 7 Dec 2009 109,558 miles

front brake discs slightly warped

Pass 9 Dec 2008 98,029 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 91,793 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 83,544 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 40,618 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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P202 FAU 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 91.7%.

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 P202 FAU, 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 P202 FAU registered?

P202 FAU is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 10 January 1997.

Is P202 FAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P202 FAU shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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