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P841 PMW

1997 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

54,179 mi
Last recorded54,179 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP841 PMW
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 54,179 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 53,971 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 53,935 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Apr 2022 53,935 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 53,632 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2021 53,630 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2020 53,557 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 53,285 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 52,606 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 52,393 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 51,688 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 50,762 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 49,361 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Apr 2013 49,003 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Apr 2012 48,671 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 46,949 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 44,751 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 44,613 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 44,613 miles

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Rear registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 7 Mar 2009 41,857 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 38,383 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 33,785 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 29,432 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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P841 PMW is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 P841 PMW, 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 P841 PMW registered?

P841 PMW is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 20 January 1997.

Is P841 PMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P841 PMW shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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