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R111 KPW

1998 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

68,172 mi
Last recorded68,172 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Porsche 91180,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR111 KPW
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 68,172 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 68,029 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 67,663 miles

covers and under trays fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2023 67,133 miles

under trays and covers fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2022 66,489 miles

under trays and covers fitted

Fail 23 Mar 2022 66,489 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

under trays and covers fitted

Pass 12 Mar 2021 65,922 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 65,659 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and undertyrays fitted

Pass 29 Mar 2019 62,995 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 62,322 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 61,859 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 61,447 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 58,510 miles

Child seat fitted in nearside rear seat not allowing full inspection of seatbelt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Nov 2013 50,659 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Nov 2011 50,086 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Nov 2011 50,086 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 48,795 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 48,681 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 47,593 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 45,737 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2006 44,922 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Jun 2005 42,742 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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R111 KPW is a 1998 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R111 KPW, 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

How do I check the history of R111 KPW?

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What year was R111 KPW registered?

R111 KPW is a 1998 Porsche 911, first registered on 25 February 1998.

Is R111 KPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R111 KPW shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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