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R166 BLK

1997 Porsche 911 Turbo

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

120,465 mi
Last recorded120,465 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 911 Turbo51,009 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR166 BLK
MakePorsche
Model911 Turbo
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2025 120,465 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Mechanical components corroded

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

Fail 26 Feb 2025 120,465 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Mechanical components corroded

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

Pass 3 Feb 2024 120,550 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 120,465 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 109,965 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 101,913 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 97,605 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)

How Reliable is the Porsche 911 Turbo?

Based on 1,254 MOT tests across 183 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
1,056
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
183
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 12
Headlamp aim too high 11
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11
Registration plate lamp not working 10
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R166 BLK is a 1997 Porsche 911 Turbo in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Porsche 911 Turbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 51,009 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Porsche 911 Turbo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R166 BLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 911 Turbo typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Porsche 911 Turbo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R166 BLK is a 1997 Porsche 911 Turbo, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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