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P862 FEJ

1997 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

106,132 mi
Last recorded106,132 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP862 FEJ
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 106,132 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 104,296 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2025 104,295 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 13 Mar 2024 99,825 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 97,438 miles

both sides front tyres worn on inside edge

Pass 10 Feb 2022 94,376 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 92,347 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 91,378 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

park brake just met requirements

under trays fitted full inspection not carried out

Pass 28 Feb 2019 91,052 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 88,854 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 87,126 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 84,838 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 83,250 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 81,563 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 78,989 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2012 78,979 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 76,312 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 73,864 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 70,600 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 67,509 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 63,473 miles

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

unable to check brake pipes, park brake cables, due to under side body plastic shields

Pass 21 Feb 2007 57,362 miles

n/s/r tyre damaged in tread

Pass 9 Feb 2006 51,420 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2006 51,418 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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P862 FEJ is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 P862 FEJ, 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 P862 FEJ registered?

P862 FEJ is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 6 March 1997.

Is P862 FEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P862 FEJ shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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