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P839 PLW

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

89,275 mi
Last recorded89,275 miles
Recorded on9 May 2019
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP839 PLW
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2019 89,275 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 89,275 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 89,275 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 89,275 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 89,275 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 89,275 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake discs corroded

Fail 28 Feb 2014 89,275 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

corrosion to brake discs

Pass 7 Mar 2013 87,898 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Mar 2013 87,898 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Feb 2012 86,901 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 19 Feb 2011 85,084 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 80,338 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 76,803 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 73,161 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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)

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Oil leak

fog lamp switch cover missing

Pass 15 Feb 2007 67,820 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 67,820 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 6 Mar 2006 61,413 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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P839 PLW is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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

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 P839 PLW, 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 P839 PLW?

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What year was P839 PLW registered?

P839 PLW is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 24 April 1997.

Is P839 PLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P839 PLW shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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