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SIB 9111

1997 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

51,635 mi
Last recorded51,635 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIB 9111
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 51,635 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2025 51,117 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 50,540 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 49,911 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 49,429 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 49,245 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 48,243 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 48,091 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 47,545 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 46,146 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 45,550 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 44,845 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 44,186 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 4 Oct 2013 43,054 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 42,199 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 41,831 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 40,671 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 40,016 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front tyres wearing on inner edge

o/s front ind bulb slightly dim

Fail 12 Oct 2009 40,014 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front tyres wearing on inner edge

o/s front ind bulb slightly dim

Pass 27 Sep 2008 38,569 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 33,356 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 31,036 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2005 28,505 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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SIB 9111 is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 SIB 9111, 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

How do I check the history of SIB 9111?

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What year was SIB 9111 registered?

SIB 9111 is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 18 August 1997.

Is SIB 9111 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SIB 9111 shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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