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P424 FOD

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

89,132 mi
Last recorded89,132 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP424 FOD
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 89,132 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 87,549 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 86,104 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 84,119 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 81,126 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 80,742 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 80,430 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 79,897 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 78,164 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

unable to fully inspect brake pipes due to under panels fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2017 77,086 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 73,798 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 72,052 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 71,076 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 70,497 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 70,466 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2012 67,056 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 66,293 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 61,985 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 60,331 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 57,492 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 55,643 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 52,132 miles

front brake pads about 85 percent worn

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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P424 FOD is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 P424 FOD, 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 P424 FOD registered?

P424 FOD is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 29 May 1997.

Is P424 FOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P424 FOD shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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