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P6 MSK

1997 Porsche 911 Targa

Black Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,637 mi
Last recorded89,637 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2008
Typical for 1997 Porsche 911 Targa48,821 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP6 MSK
MakePorsche
Model911 Targa
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2008 89,637 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 68,472 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 65,489 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2006 65,444 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)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 17 Dec 2005 60,716 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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P6 MSK is a 1997 Porsche 911 Targa in Black with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P6 MSK, 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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How do I check the history of P6 MSK?

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What year was P6 MSK registered?

P6 MSK is a 1997 Porsche 911 Targa, first registered on 8 February 1997.

Is P6 MSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P6 MSK shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P6 MSK have outstanding finance?

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