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J298 DYR

1992 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

121,291 mi
Last recorded121,291 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1992 Porsche 91190,034 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ298 DYR
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 121,291 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 121,040 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2022 120,182 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2021 119,725 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 119,722 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 119,671 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2019 120,119 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 120,118 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 119,643 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 119,537 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 119,537 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 119,292 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015
Pass 11 Jul 2014 119,290 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2014 119,290 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 119,238 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 119,119 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 118,973 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 118,388 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 117,208 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 117,208 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 115,332 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 114,020 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 105,349 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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J298 DYR is a 1992 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1992 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 90,034 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 J298 DYR, 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 34 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 J298 DYR registered?

J298 DYR is a 1992 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is J298 DYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J298 DYR shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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