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P956 NWC

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests23 (23 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,719 mi
Last recorded83,719 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP956 NWC
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

23 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2026 83,719 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play

Pass 6 Feb 2025 82,742 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 82,416 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 81,430 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 80,283 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 78,648 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 78,162 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 76,475 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 76,365 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 74,564 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 71,876 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 69,683 miles

some deterioration of all four tyres

Pass 22 Sep 2014 67,025 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner eges

Light corrosion of rear brake disc inner faces

Slight uneven treadwear of rear tyre inner edges

Pass 2 Oct 2013 61,733 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 61,257 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 61,208 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 60,973 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 60,498 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 58,514 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)

undershields fitted-restricting examination of underside

Pass 25 Jun 2008 56,519 miles

both front tyres have low tread on inner edges

Pass 5 Jul 2007 49,906 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 49,468 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Mar 2006 48,432 miles

nail in n/s/r tyre inner shoulder

oil leak

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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P956 NWC is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 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 P956 NWC, 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 P956 NWC registered?

P956 NWC is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P956 NWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P956 NWC shows 23 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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