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R814 TST

1997 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

22,594 mi
Last recorded22,594 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR814 TST
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 22,594 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 22,353 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 22,207 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 22,112 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 22,070 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 21,744 miles
Pass 28 May 2018 21,223 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 21,054 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 20,816 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 20,281 miles

engine oil leak

gearbox oil leak

Pass 29 May 2014 19,898 miles

surface rust on both front brake discs

surface rust on both rear brake discs

Pass 30 May 2013 19,676 miles

surface corrosion on both front brake discs

surface corrosion on both rear brake discs

Pass 1 Jun 2012 19,331 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 18,764 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2011 18,764 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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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R814 TST is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R814 TST, 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 R814 TST registered?

R814 TST is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R814 TST safe to buy?

The MOT history for R814 TST shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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