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R56 KGE

1998 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3387cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

69,350 mi
Last recorded69,350 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2022
Typical for 1998 Porsche 91180,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR56 KGE
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,387cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2022 69,350 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 69,282 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 69,218 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 68,943 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 68,732 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 68,588 miles

Ignition switch faulty

Offside Front Power steering hose ferrule deteriorated

Pass 7 Apr 2016 68,349 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 68,013 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 67,658 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 67,327 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 67,025 miles

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 66,716 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 66,013 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 64,542 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 64,510 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Mar 2008 63,259 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 61,115 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 59,426 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 59,426 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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R56 KGE is a 1998 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,387cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 R56 KGE, 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 R56 KGE registered?

R56 KGE is a 1998 Porsche 911, first registered on 15 June 1998.

Is R56 KGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R56 KGE shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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