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P9 SLL

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

96,096 mi
Last recorded96,096 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP9 SLL
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 96,096 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 95,687 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 95,343 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-shape (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-shape (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2023 95,020 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2023 95,020 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2022 94,501 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 93,948 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 93,556 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive Under tray fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 93,007 miles

Front number plate broken

Fail 3 Jul 2019 93,007 miles

Front number plate broken

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2018 93,007 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 93,007 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 92,951 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 92,244 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 91,425 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2013 90,647 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 89,941 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 87,888 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 86,808 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2009 85,140 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 82,970 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 79,259 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 74,868 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2006 74,863 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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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P9 SLL is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P9 SLL, 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 P9 SLL registered?

P9 SLL is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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