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P284 XAT

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

78,334 mi
Last recorded78,334 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP284 XAT
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 78,334 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 77,829 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2025 77,829 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 77,770 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 77,560 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 14 Oct 2021 76,864 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 73,467 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 71,772 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 71,604 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 71,492 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 25 May 2016 69,761 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also worn bald on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also worn bald on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 May 2015 65,613 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front brake discs are slightly corroded on the inner face

both the front tyres are wearing more on the inner edge

Pass 27 May 2015 65,613 miles

both front brake discs are slightly corroded on the inner face

both the front tyres are wearing more on the inner edge

Pass 20 May 2014 63,780 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 60,045 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 54,706 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 54,173 miles

front brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 19 May 2010 51,874 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 May 2009 48,535 miles

nearside park brake effort slightly low

Pass 14 May 2008 43,234 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 42,553 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 38,838 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Apr 2006 35,316 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2006 35,316 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 XAT 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 87.5%.

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 XAT, 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 XAT registered?

P284 XAT is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 24 March 1997.

Is P284 XAT safe to buy?

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