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R864 SCF

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

21,751 mi
Last recorded21,751 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR864 SCF
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 21,751 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 21,444 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 21,430 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 21,089 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 20,784 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 20,714 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 20,503 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 20,365 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 20,195 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 20,195 miles

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation rear light not operated every time (1.1.A.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 20,028 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 19,791 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 19,729 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 19,564 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 19,306 miles

off side front shock absorber cover loose

Pass 6 Sep 2010 18,545 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 17,517 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 16,281 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 16,051 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 15,764 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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R864 SCF is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 R864 SCF, 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 R864 SCF registered?

R864 SCF is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R864 SCF safe to buy?

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