CarVerify

Free Car Check

TIB 993

1997 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

109,562 mi
Last recorded109,562 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche 91167,758 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Porsche
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

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

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 109,562 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2025 108,970 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (225/40/18, 88Y) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 May 2025 108,958 miles

Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel Front brakes failed to lock during test (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (225/40/18, 88Y) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 May 2024 108,944 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 May 2023 108,480 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 108,034 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 106,956 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 106,375 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 105,272 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 103,466 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 102,260 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 13 May 2016 102,260 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 99,924 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 98,031 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 96,302 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 96,302 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2012 96,140 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

ABS pump cover fire damaged

Fire damage in front compartment

Fuel tank cover fire damaged

N/S/R tyre pressure low

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

O/S/R tyre pressure low

Oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2012 94,339 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Mar 2011 89,961 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 84,896 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 84,855 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

3x Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 23 Feb 2009 80,073 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 74,423 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 73,420 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 73,420 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Oil leak

Pass 18 May 2006 73,173 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 73,172 miles

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

Should have correct number plates fitted (rear has correct stuck over incorrect plate. †offside sidelight may have intermittent fault.

Pass 7 Jul 2005 72,675 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
Full Porsche 911 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

TIB 993 is a 1997 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TIB 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

How do I check the history of TIB 993?

You can check the full history of TIB 993 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was TIB 993 registered?

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

Is TIB 993 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TIB 993 shows 28 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TIB 993 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on TIB 993. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.