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P418 DEP

1997 Porsche 911 Targa

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2021
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,980 mi
Last recorded40,980 miles
Recorded on6 May 2020
Typical for 1997 Porsche 911 Targa48,821 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP418 DEP
MakePorsche
Model911 Targa
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 6 May 2020 40,980 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 40,922 miles

How Reliable is the Porsche 911 Targa?

Based on 849 MOT tests across 105 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
828
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
105
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too high 28
brake binding 22
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 17
position lamp(s) not working 17
fog lamp not working 16
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P418 DEP is a 1997 Porsche 911 Targa in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Porsche 911 Targa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 48,821 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche 911 Targa fails its MOT is headlamp aim too high, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P418 DEP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 911 Targa typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Porsche 911 Targa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P418 DEP registered?

P418 DEP is a 1997 Porsche 911 Targa, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P418 DEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P418 DEP shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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