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SJB 75R

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests39 (35 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate89.7%

Mileage

39,945 mi
Last recorded39,945 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJB 75R
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

35 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 39,945 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 75,429 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 39,838 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 74,604 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 39,263 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 73,957 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 39,155 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 73,351 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 39,036 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 73,012 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 38,809 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 72,599 miles

Cooling system has a leak

Exhaust manifolds corroded

Front Shock absorbers have corrosion to upper damper rods

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 38,311 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 72,134 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 37,918 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 71,291 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 37,365 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 69,508 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 69,205 miles

BOTH rear tyres cracking on tread

Pass 18 Aug 2015 67,917 miles

Oil leak

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Fail 18 Aug 2015 67,917 miles

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

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 36,922 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 36,087 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 36,057 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Chassis and suspension arms rusting.

Pass 2 May 2014 66,243 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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)

Fail 2 May 2014 66,243 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 9 Apr 2013 64,040 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 60,249 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 35,895 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 54,435 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 54,311 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 35,769 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 35,769 miles

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 44,225 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 35,508 miles

n/s rear inner drive shaft boot insecure

o/s rear outer drive shaft boot split

Pass 11 Feb 2009 28,132 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 35,185 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

rear no plate slightly loose

Pass 19 Feb 2008 22,405 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 34,579 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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SJB 75R is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 39 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.7%.

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 SJB 75R, 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 SJB 75R registered?

SJB 75R is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is SJB 75R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJB 75R shows 39 tests with a 89.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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