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P284 FRX

1997 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

88,971 mi
Last recorded88,971 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP284 FRX
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 88,971 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 88,959 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2022 87,700 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2021 85,133 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2020 85,075 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2019 84,583 miles

slight oil dampness to engine

Pass 10 Aug 2017 84,455 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 84,455 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 83,908 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 134,524 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 83,770 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 79,433 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 76,719 miles

air bag warning light on

Fail 5 Jul 2011 76,718 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

air bag warning light on

high level brake light nw

Pass 26 Aug 2010 74,838 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 72,322 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 330,681 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 66,989 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 66,916 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2006 65,746 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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P284 FRX is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 P284 FRX, 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 P284 FRX registered?

P284 FRX is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 26 February 1997.

Is P284 FRX safe to buy?

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