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PBZ 993

1997 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

93,045 mi
Last recorded93,045 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBZ 993
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 93,045 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 91,983 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 89,738 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 88,586 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 86,782 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 85,477 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Mar 2021 85,457 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 85,089 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 84,289 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 82,137 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 78,555 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 78,217 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 77,941 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear light lens is damaged

Pass 8 Aug 2013 77,365 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear position lamp lens is cracked

Fail 31 Jul 2013 77,254 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

offside rear position lamp lens is cracked

Pass 16 Jul 2012 76,720 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 3 Aug 2011 76,223 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 75,798 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 75,792 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2010 75,792 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 12 May 2009 74,230 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 72,088 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 24 May 2007 70,038 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 67,730 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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PBZ 993 is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Silver 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 PBZ 993, 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 PBZ 993 registered?

PBZ 993 is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is PBZ 993 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBZ 993 shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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