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R8 JRC

1997 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

119,794 mi
Last recorded119,794 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 JRC
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 119,794 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 119,794 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 119,794 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 119,794 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 119,794 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 119,794 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 119,794 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 119,261 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 118,225 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2016 114,778 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 112,158 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 112,150 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 106,596 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 106,596 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 102,800 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 99,468 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 98,197 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 11 Aug 2010 94,433 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 91,458 miles

Nearside Front 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 12 Aug 2008 87,898 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 82,442 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 77,371 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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R8 JRC is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 R8 JRC, 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 R8 JRC registered?

R8 JRC is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 19 September 1997.

Is R8 JRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R8 JRC shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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