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JHT 294

1998 Porsche 911

Turquoise Petrol 3400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

90,096 mi
Last recorded90,096 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Porsche 91180,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHT 294
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1998
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,400cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 90,096 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 89,562 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

under body trays fitted restricting view on some testable items

Pass 18 Jan 2024 88,138 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 87,539 miles

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 1 Feb 2022 86,448 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear 2mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

underbody panels fitted obscuring some testable components

Pass 11 Jan 2021 85,741 miles

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

Under floor covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 27 Jun 2019 84,213 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Under body under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 24 Jul 2018 83,801 miles

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

Under covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 28 Jun 2017 82,543 miles

Under covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 26 Jul 2016 81,910 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded flex to master cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

undertrays fitted

upper covers fitted

Pass 22 Jul 2015 81,052 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Aug 2014 79,295 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 78,070 miles

Both front brake discs are corroded on the inner faces

Both rear brake discs are corroded on the inner faces

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Aug 2013 78,070 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)

Both front brake discs are corroded on the inner faces

Both rear brake discs are corroded on the inner faces

Service brake: service 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

Pass 11 Aug 2012 75,433 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 75,433 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Both front brake discs are worn & pitted on the inner faces

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 70,702 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 70,702 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)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 67,744 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 64,901 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2009 64,895 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)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 60,042 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 59,789 miles

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 54,614 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2006 48,992 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2005 42,756 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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JHT 294 is a 1998 Porsche 911 in Turquoise with a 3,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 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 JHT 294, 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 JHT 294 registered?

JHT 294 is a 1998 Porsche 911, first registered on 29 October 1998.

Is JHT 294 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHT 294 shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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