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J21 LSR

1998 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

161,357 mi
Last recorded161,357 miles
Recorded on31 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Porsche 91180,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ21 LSR
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,400cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 May 2024 161,357 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 160,634 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 158,564 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 157,020 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also worn down to 2mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 152,639 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 149,745 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

all brake disc surfaces corroded

view of some testable items restricted by luggage and under floor trays

Pass 12 Oct 2016 149,724 miles

ENGINE OIL LEAK

VIEW OF TESTABLE COMPONENTS RESTRICTED BY ENGINE, LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT AND UNDER FLOOR COVERS

Pass 14 Oct 2015 149,417 miles

ENGINE AND FLOOR PAN COVERS RESTRICT INSPECTION VIEW AND ACCESS

ENGINE OIL LEAKS

HEAVY CORROSION ON PARTS OF EXHAUST SYSTEM AND FRONT SUPENSION STRUT CASINGS

PARKING BRAKE EFFICIENCY LOWER ON N/S

SLIGHT PLAY IN O/S/F WHEEL BEARING

Pass 16 Oct 2014 148,796 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 Oct 2014 148,794 miles

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

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 148,382 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 145,930 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 141,911 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 139,014 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 134,372 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 130,964 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2008 130,959 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Oct 2007 125,874 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 Oct 2007 125,865 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Sep 2007 125,674 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Oct 2006 112,043 miles

both front headlamps have tape on to correct aim.

both rear tyres close to limits on outer edges.

Pass 12 Oct 2005 96,400 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2005 96,381 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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J21 LSR is a 1998 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 J21 LSR, 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 J21 LSR registered?

J21 LSR is a 1998 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is J21 LSR safe to buy?

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