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P65 PLO

1997 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

15,660 mi
Last recorded15,660 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP65 PLO
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 15,660 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 15,660 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 15,608 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 15,600 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 15,598 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 15,566 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 15,424 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 15,324 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 15,324 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 16 May 2017 15,312 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 May 2016 15,265 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.2.C.1b)

Pass 28 May 2015 15,227 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 14,955 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 14,765 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 14,755 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 14,747 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 14,747 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 14,657 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 14,618 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 14,579 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 14,410 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2006 14,410 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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P65 PLO is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Silver 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 P65 PLO, 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 P65 PLO registered?

P65 PLO is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 4 January 1997.

Is P65 PLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P65 PLO 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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