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P8 CHE

1997 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,929 mi
Last recorded19,929 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP8 CHE
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 24 Nov 2025 19,929 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 19,905 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 19,905 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 19,870 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 19,592 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 19,068 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 18,967 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 18,635 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

light surface corrosion to inner face of rear brake discs

Pass 5 Dec 2013 18,446 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 18,145 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Nov 2011 17,746 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 16,622 miles

all brake discs slight surface rust

both front tyres wearing hard to inner edges

rear tyres are close to wear bars

Pass 14 May 2009 15,900 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 15,204 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 13,925 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

outer sill covers fitted

under vehicle covers fitted

Pass 17 May 2006 11,419 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

outer sill covers fitted

underfloor covers fitted

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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P8 CHE is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 P8 CHE, 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 P8 CHE registered?

P8 CHE is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P8 CHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P8 CHE shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P8 CHE have outstanding finance?

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