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P40 MFS

1998 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,271 mi
Last recorded74,271 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Porsche 91180,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP40 MFS
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,400cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 74,271 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 73,943 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 73,597 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 73,430 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 72,811 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 72,470 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 72,115 miles

Under shields fitted restricting the view of some components

Pass 18 Dec 2018 70,993 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 70,736 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 70,211 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 70,119 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 2 Apr 2015 69,600 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres wearing outer edges

Pass 27 Mar 2014 69,476 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 68,926 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Apr 2012 67,657 miles

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 27 Apr 2012 67,657 miles

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 61,503 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 53,587 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 53,585 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 44,354 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 44,354 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 43,835 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 42,388 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 42,388 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2006 39,152 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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P40 MFS is a 1998 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P40 MFS, 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 P40 MFS registered?

P40 MFS is a 1998 Porsche 911, first registered on 28 October 1998.

Is P40 MFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P40 MFS shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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