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P843 HRC

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

53,753 mi
Last recorded53,753 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP843 HRC
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 53,753 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 53,753 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 53,726 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 53,595 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 53,334 miles

plastic undertrays fitted obscuring view of under side

Pass 21 Jul 2021 53,021 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 52,137 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 51,759 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 49,549 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 47,950 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 46,763 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 46,288 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 45,777 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 45,051 miles

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)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 41,654 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 38,676 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 37,060 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 35,125 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 35,125 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 33,262 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2006 31,101 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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P843 HRC is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 P843 HRC, 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 P843 HRC?

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What year was P843 HRC registered?

P843 HRC is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 January 1997.

Is P843 HRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P843 HRC shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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