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P983 RYU

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

56,818 mi
Last recorded56,818 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP983 RYU
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 56,818 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2025 56,779 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 56,638 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2022 56,627 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 56,627 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 56,453 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 56,192 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 55,392 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 55,251 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight corrosion (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Dec 2016 55,157 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 54,946 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 54,865 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 54,288 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 54,253 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 54,021 miles

Oil leak

service corrosion front and rear brake discs

Pass 18 Dec 2010 53,078 miles

surface corrosion front and rear brake discs

Oil leak

Fail 18 Dec 2010 53,078 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

surface corrosion front and rear brake discs

Oil leak

Pass 22 Jan 2010 51,926 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 50,741 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 48,211 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 45,627 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 43,736 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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P983 RYU is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Blue 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 P983 RYU, 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 P983 RYU registered?

P983 RYU is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P983 RYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P983 RYU 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.

Does P983 RYU have outstanding finance?

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