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RIL 9115

1997 Porsche Carrera

Yellow Petrol 2653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

159,301 mi
Last recorded159,301 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRIL 9115
MakePorsche
ModelCarrera
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,653cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2013 159,301 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

HEADLAMP AIMS CORRECT AT TIME OF TEST

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 158,570 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 May 2010 158,233 miles

Oil leak

Fail 26 May 2010 158,208 miles

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Oil leak

Pass 6 May 2009 158,142 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 155,373 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2007 152,259 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 150,595 miles

How Reliable is the Porsche Carrera?

Based on 6,223 MOT tests across 580 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
1,448
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 154
fog lamp not working 76
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 68
brake binding 59
position lamp(s) not working 57
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RIL 9115 is a 1997 Porsche Carrera in Yellow with a 2,653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

The most common reason a Porsche Carrera fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RIL 9115, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche Carrera typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 29 years old, this Porsche Carrera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RIL 9115 registered?

RIL 9115 is a 1997 Porsche Carrera, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is RIL 9115 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RIL 9115 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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