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R524 LTF

1998 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3387cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

82,929 mi
Last recorded82,929 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Porsche 91180,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR524 LTF
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,387cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 82,929 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 81,759 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement centre bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 80,641 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 78,455 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2023 78,455 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 76,119 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 75,450 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Jun 2021 75,450 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 73,447 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 72,854 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Jun 2019 72,854 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 70,629 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 68,245 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 67,752 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 66,402 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 66,402 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 64,405 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jun 2013 64,151 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 63,630 miles

Nearside Rear 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 24 Jun 2011 62,943 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 62,292 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 61,395 miles

ALL TYRES WEARING CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT

Pass 24 Jun 2008 60,051 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)

front tyres wearing on inside edges

Fail 21 Jun 2008 60,051 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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)

front tyres wearing on inside edges

Pass 30 Jun 2007 58,251 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 54,519 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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R524 LTF is a 1998 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,387cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 R524 LTF, 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 R524 LTF?

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What year was R524 LTF registered?

R524 LTF is a 1998 Porsche 911, first registered on 28 April 1998.

Is R524 LTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R524 LTF shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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