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P2 DGX

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

95,896 mi
Last recorded95,896 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP2 DGX
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 95,896 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Parking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 20 May 2025 95,865 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 95,855 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 95,799 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 95,691 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 95,387 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 95,187 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 95,187 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 95,160 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 94,829 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 94,522 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 94,095 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 88,998 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 88,644 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2012 88,635 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 86,686 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 82,715 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 25 Nov 2010 82,706 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 5 Nov 2010 82,699 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 73,674 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 70,281 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 67,121 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2007 67,121 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2006 62,920 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 60,833 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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P2 DGX is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P2 DGX, 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 P2 DGX registered?

P2 DGX is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 13 February 1997.

Is P2 DGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P2 DGX shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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