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TAZ 993

1997 Porsche 911

Yellow Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,444 mi
Last recorded44,444 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAZ 993
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 9 Mar 2026 44,444 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 43,901 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 43,619 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 42,930 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 41,647 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 40,963 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 40,927 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 40,710 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 40,465 miles

plastic covers on floors and engine

Pass 17 Jun 2016 40,218 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 40,218 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jul 2013 40,190 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 39,757 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

surface corrosion on brake discs

Pass 29 Jun 2010 38,525 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 37,796 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2007 36,332 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Jul 2006 33,516 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Jul 2005 31,432 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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TAZ 993 is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Yellow with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TAZ 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 TAZ 993 registered?

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

Is TAZ 993 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAZ 993 shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TAZ 993 have outstanding finance?

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