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R578 XEW

1997 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

29,750 mi
Last recorded29,750 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR578 XEW
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 29,750 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 28,921 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 28,852 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 28,692 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 28,512 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 28,283 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 27,968 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 27,959 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 27,562 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 26,992 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 25,434 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 22,450 miles

nearside rear tyre close to limit on 2mm

Pass 19 Jul 2007 19,215 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 15,940 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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R578 XEW is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R578 XEW, 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

How do I check the history of R578 XEW?

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What year was R578 XEW registered?

R578 XEW is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R578 XEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R578 XEW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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