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R905 JFD

1997 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

135,007 mi
Last recorded135,007 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2023
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR905 JFD
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2023 135,007 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 131,896 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 131,839 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 131,787 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 131,161 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 130,415 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 127,990 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 127,641 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2012 127,641 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2011 121,701 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 117,684 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 109,633 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 103,185 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 94,824 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 84,812 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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R905 JFD is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,400cc 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 R905 JFD, 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 R905 JFD registered?

R905 JFD is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 25 November 1997.

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The MOT history for R905 JFD 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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