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SXZ 993

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

50,141 mi
Last recorded50,141 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 50,141 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 50,139 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 49,918 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 48,908 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 47,791 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2020 47,791 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2016 47,781 miles

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

light switch opperation

Pass 17 Apr 2014 47,708 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2013 46,168 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 43,349 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 22 Feb 2012 43,342 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 43,223 miles

both rear tyres starting to wear on edge

offside front tyre wearing on inner section

Pass 29 Apr 2010 40,655 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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SXZ 993 is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SXZ 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 SXZ 993 registered?

SXZ 993 is a 1997 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is SXZ 993 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SXZ 993 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SXZ 993 have outstanding finance?

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