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64,804 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible both sides (4.1.4 (c))
Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Porsche 911 Carrera?
Based on 2,220 MOT tests across 323 vehicles.
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P278 UMW is a 1997 Porsche 911 Carrera 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 Carrera models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.6% with a typical mileage of 63,481 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Porsche 911 Carrera fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P278 UMW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Porsche 911 Carrera typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Porsche 911 Carrera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was P278 UMW registered?
P278 UMW is a 1997 Porsche 911 Carrera, first registered on 15 May 1997.
Is P278 UMW safe to buy?
The MOT history for P278 UMW 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.
Does P278 UMW have outstanding finance?
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