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P917 CJH

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

92,118 mi
Last recorded92,118 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP917 CJH
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 92,118 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2025 92,109 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 20 Feb 2024 90,749 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 89,009 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 89,009 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 89,009 miles

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

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

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 88,621 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 88,162 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 87,507 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 86,407 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 83,903 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 81,466 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 79,838 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres just starting to wear on the outer edges

Pass 11 Jul 2012 79,680 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 79,205 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 79,205 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2010 78,316 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 76,998 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 75,658 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2007 74,187 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 72,377 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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P917 CJH 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 85.7%.

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 P917 CJH, 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 P917 CJH registered?

P917 CJH is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 9 January 1997.

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The MOT history for P917 CJH shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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