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R817 AKR

1997 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

83,803 mi
Last recorded83,803 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2022
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR817 AKR
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2022 83,803 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 83,660 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 83,645 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 83,645 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 83,558 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 83,534 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 82,673 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 82,673 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 79,751 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 11 Apr 2013 74,741 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 71,765 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 68,872 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 17 Mar 2010 65,527 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

slight play in o/s inner rack ball joint

Pass 17 Mar 2010 65,527 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

slight play in o/s inner rack ball joint

Pass 6 Apr 2009 61,879 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 58,257 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 58,100 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 48,870 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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R817 AKR is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 R817 AKR, 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 R817 AKR registered?

R817 AKR is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 5 August 1997.

Is R817 AKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R817 AKR shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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