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R281 OAY

1998 Porsche Carrera

Silver Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2010
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

154 mi
Last recorded154 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2009
Typical for 1998 Porsche Carrera71,221 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR281 OAY
MakePorsche
ModelCarrera
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2009 154 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 139 miles

How Reliable is the Porsche Carrera?

Based on 6,223 MOT tests across 580 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
1,448
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 154
fog lamp not working 76
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 68
brake binding 59
position lamp(s) not working 57
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R281 OAY is a 1998 Porsche Carrera in Silver with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Porsche Carrera models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 71,221 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche Carrera fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R281 OAY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche Carrera typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 28 years old, this Porsche Carrera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R281 OAY registered?

R281 OAY is a 1998 Porsche Carrera, first registered on 10 March 1998.

Is R281 OAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R281 OAY shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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