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SIW 993

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests27 (22 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate81.5%

Mileage

110,100 mi
Last recorded110,100 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIW 993
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

22 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 110,100 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2025 107,959 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 106,381 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 105,816 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 105,574 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2022 105,574 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2021 105,372 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 105,148 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 104,932 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 104,671 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 104,258 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 103,418 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 102,441 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 101,562 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 100,009 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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 15 Jul 2013 100,009 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 20 Jul 2012 98,706 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 97,887 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

both front brake discs slightly corroded.

both rear brake discs slightly corroded.

Pass 11 May 2010 94,167 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 20 Apr 2009 91,741 miles

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

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)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 91,741 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)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 88,774 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both front tyres wearing low on inner edges.

Pass 22 Mar 2007 85,862 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 85,853 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside 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)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 85,234 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2005 84,176 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2005 84,160 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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)

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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SIW 993 is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SIW 993, 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 SIW 993 registered?

SIW 993 is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 20 August 1997.

Is SIW 993 safe to buy?

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