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P972 YHT

1997 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2025
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

76,285 mi
Last recorded76,285 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2024
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP972 YHT
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2024 76,285 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 76,285 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 76,285 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 76,157 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 75,894 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 75,760 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 75,732 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 75,602 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 75,401 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 75,145 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 74,231 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 74,218 miles

Both front tyres out of date

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

There is one bulb out in high level brake light

Pass 6 Sep 2013 73,862 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 73,470 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 22 Feb 2013 73,470 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 72,454 miles

Very slight corrosion on all coilsprings

Pass 24 Feb 2011 71,900 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 71,531 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 71,385 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 70,419 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 70,015 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 69,138 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

oil leak

outer sill 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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P972 YHT is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 P972 YHT, 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 P972 YHT registered?

P972 YHT is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 25 February 1997.

Is P972 YHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P972 YHT shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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