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P894 LJM

1997 Porsche 911

Yellow Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,737 mi
Last recorded7,737 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP894 LJM
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2025 7,737 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 7,732 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 6,667 miles

check engine warning light staying on

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 26 May 2022 6,555 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 6,529 miles

headlights flat beam

Pass 10 Jul 2019 6,498 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 6,336 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 5,981 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 5,774 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 5,572 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 5,561 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 5,486 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 5,315 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 5,225 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 5,152 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 4,917 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 4,784 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 4,702 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 4,419 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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P894 LJM is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Yellow with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P894 LJM, 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 P894 LJM registered?

P894 LJM is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P894 LJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P894 LJM shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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