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L5 HPM

1998 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

99,199 mi
Last recorded99,199 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Porsche 91180,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL5 HPM
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 99,199 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 99,102 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 98,869 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 98,789 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 98,574 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 98,198 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 97,741 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 97,051 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 96,857 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 95,312 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2011 93,008 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 1 Apr 2010 83,781 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 77,381 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 77,381 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 70,864 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 63,640 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 56,656 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 56,656 miles

Nearside 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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L5 HPM is a 1998 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 L5 HPM, 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 L5 HPM registered?

L5 HPM is a 1998 Porsche 911, first registered on 12 November 1998.

Is L5 HPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L5 HPM shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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