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CGZ 996

1998 Porsche 911

Purple Petrol 3387cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

101,474 mi
Last recorded101,474 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Porsche 91180,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCGZ 996
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,387cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2023 101,474 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 101,387 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 101,254 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 100,142 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 100,142 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 94,476 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 91,041 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 88,853 miles

Central Water pipe bracket brokenunder side o/s

Coolant leak Water pipe on engine ()

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded To brake caliper (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded To caliper (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 24 Mar 2017 88,846 miles

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

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

Heavy oil leak

rear anti roll bar corroded

slight corrosion around front jacking points

various stone chips to windscreen

Pass 24 Jun 2016 87,115 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 15 Jun 2016 87,115 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 80,751 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 77,436 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 75,545 miles

plastic covers fitted to underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection of some components

slight corrosion on brake discs

Fail 7 Aug 2013 75,541 miles

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

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

plastic covers fitted to underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection of some components

slight corrosion on brake discs

Pass 23 May 2012 73,658 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 31 Jan 2011 71,762 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 66,929 miles

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

nearside rear tyre only just passed test

Fail 23 Sep 2009 66,924 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

nearside rear tyre only just passed test

Pass 2 Jun 2008 66,422 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 64,803 miles

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

three bulbs not working on center brake light

Pass 27 Mar 2006 63,889 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 63,885 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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CGZ 996 is a 1998 Porsche 911 in Purple with a 3,387cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1998 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 80,292 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 CGZ 996, 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 28 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 CGZ 996 registered?

CGZ 996 is a 1998 Porsche 911, first registered on 3 March 1998.

Is CGZ 996 safe to buy?

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