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P553 DNL

1997 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

126,445 mi
Last recorded126,445 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP553 DNL
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2024 126,445 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2024 126,445 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 126,060 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 125,855 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 125,493 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 125,221 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 124,761 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 124,700 miles

outer sill ,underside covers fitted.

Pass 8 Jun 2017 124,528 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

engine , underside & outer sill covers fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2016 124,127 miles

Oil leak engine area. ()

underside & engine covers fitted.

Pass 16 Jun 2015 123,798 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jun 2014 122,945 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2013 122,413 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 122,055 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 121,300 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 121,300 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 120,098 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 118,929 miles

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

Nearside Inner Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 118,415 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2007 116,996 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 114,716 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 114,709 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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P553 DNL is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 P553 DNL, 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 P553 DNL registered?

P553 DNL is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 6 March 1997.

Is P553 DNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P553 DNL shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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