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P356 PLN

1997 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

31,530 mi
Last recorded31,530 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP356 PLN
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 31,530 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 31 May 2023 31,505 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 31,354 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 31,324 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 31,323 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2017 31,260 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 30,985 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Jul 2015 30,985 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Aug 2014 30,956 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 May 2013 30,899 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

rear brake pipe ends corroded

Fail 31 May 2013 30,899 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

rear brake pipe ends corroded

Pass 15 Jun 2012 30,738 miles

air bag light on

all brake discs slightly corroded inner faces

front brake pipe ends corroded

oil leak

Pass 19 May 2011 30,632 miles

both rear brake discs corroded inner face

front/rear brake pipe ends corroded

o/s/f brake disc corroded inner face

Pass 15 Apr 2010 30,534 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 30,417 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 30,329 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 30,272 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 30,272 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 29,805 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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P356 PLN is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 P356 PLN, 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

How do I check the history of P356 PLN?

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What year was P356 PLN registered?

P356 PLN is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 3 January 1997.

Is P356 PLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P356 PLN shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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