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P500 CUP

1997 Porsche 911

Turquoise Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,342 mi
Last recorded59,342 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP500 CUP
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 8 May 2025 59,342 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 59,252 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 58,989 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 58,904 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 57,912 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 57,614 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 57,395 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 57,066 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 55,514 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 52,673 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (3.5.1i)

brake pad warning light on

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (3.7.B.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 50,124 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 46,709 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 44,376 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2012 43,099 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 41,275 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

front & rear brake discs rusty

Pass 9 Jun 2010 39,564 miles

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

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

inner face on front & rear brake discs rusty

Pass 20 Jun 2009 38,172 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 36,539 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 34,497 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 32,640 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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P500 CUP is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Turquoise 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 P500 CUP, 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 P500 CUP?

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What year was P500 CUP registered?

P500 CUP is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P500 CUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P500 CUP shows 20 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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