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P740 UWP

1997 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

69,519 mi
Last recorded69,519 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP740 UWP
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 69,519 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 69,148 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 69,148 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 69,148 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 69,148 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 69,117 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 66,743 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2015 65,924 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 64,062 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 64,053 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 62,924 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2012 62,198 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 60,746 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 59,706 miles

exhaust heat shields loose

Pass 12 Jul 2007 57,344 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 55,615 miles

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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P740 UWP is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 P740 UWP, 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 P740 UWP registered?

P740 UWP is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 9 January 1997.

Is P740 UWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P740 UWP shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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