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R9 ETK

1997 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

58,022 mi
Last recorded58,022 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR9 ETK
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 58,022 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 57,948 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 57,898 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 21 Jan 2019 57,495 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscurring some testable items

Pass 22 Feb 2018 56,688 miles

Rear Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2017 56,245 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 55,607 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 53,422 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 53,258 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 51,904 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2011 46,214 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 44,902 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 43,337 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 43,337 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 43,060 miles

Nearside Front 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 29 Aug 2006 40,970 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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R9 ETK is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 R9 ETK, 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 R9 ETK registered?

R9 ETK is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R9 ETK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R9 ETK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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