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P9 UCS

1997 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

92,076 mi
Last recorded92,076 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP9 UCS
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 92,076 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 91,377 miles
Fail 23 May 2025 91,376 miles

Front Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements both (4.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2024 90,647 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 89,191 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre 2 nails ()

Pass 13 May 2022 86,372 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 84,447 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 80,065 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 80,046 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 75,966 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 75,382 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 75,382 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 74,711 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 73,413 miles

nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 14 Jul 2014 72,524 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 70,563 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 67,919 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 65,399 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 62,427 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

both rear tyres worn low in centre area

child seat fitted in nearside rear

Pass 10 Jun 2009 60,188 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 55,060 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 46,407 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 40,583 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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P9 UCS is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 UCS, 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 UCS registered?

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

Is P9 UCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P9 UCS shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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