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P415 VWX

1997 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,159 mi
Last recorded100,159 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP415 VWX
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 31 Oct 2025 100,159 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 99,827 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 98,668 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 97,275 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 95,850 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 95,347 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 95,052 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 94,464 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 93,818 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 92,990 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 91,608 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 90,964 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 90,594 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 90,181 miles

BONNET STRUTS WEAK

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

O/S/F BRAKE BACK PLATE CORRODED

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Apr 2011 90,101 miles

Offside front brake back plate corroded.

Surface rust on all brake discs.

Pass 14 Apr 2010 89,953 miles

offside front brake back plate corroded

offside rear bumper support brake broken.

surface rust on all brake discs.

Pass 2 Apr 2009 88,118 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 84,916 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 80,104 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 73,756 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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P415 VWX 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 100%.

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 P415 VWX, 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 P415 VWX registered?

P415 VWX is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 13 March 1997.

Is P415 VWX safe to buy?

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Does P415 VWX have outstanding finance?

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