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R678 LCH

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

109,822 mi
Last recorded109,822 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR678 LCH
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 109,822 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 108,268 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 105,884 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2023 105,884 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 104,059 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 102,619 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 101,986 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 101,807 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 101,248 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 100,718 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2016 99,451 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 98,510 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 97,780 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 7 Jun 2013 95,045 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 91,133 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 87,663 miles

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

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

Fail 23 May 2011 87,513 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 24 May 2010 83,240 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 78,122 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 78,122 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 12 May 2008 73,078 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 66,761 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 60,570 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 60,567 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2005 53,835 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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R678 LCH is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R678 LCH, 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 R678 LCH registered?

R678 LCH is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 23 September 1997.

Is R678 LCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R678 LCH shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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