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R358 XNT

1998 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

82,557 mi
Last recorded82,557 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2024
Typical for 1998 Porsche 91180,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR358 XNT
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2024 82,557 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 82,242 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 81,323 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 79,706 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 78,081 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 77,794 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2019 77,760 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative no illumination in gauge cluster (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2018 77,289 miles

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Jun 2017 76,408 miles

Central Rear Oil leak ()

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 76,272 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 75,977 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 75,039 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 73,171 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 70,332 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jul 2011 69,120 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 68,534 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 66,771 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 65,614 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 63,344 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 63,344 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 60,684 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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R358 XNT is a 1998 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 R358 XNT, 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 R358 XNT registered?

R358 XNT is a 1998 Porsche 911, first registered on 6 February 1998.

Is R358 XNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R358 XNT shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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