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R65 HGU

1998 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

69,228 mi
Last recorded69,228 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2024
Typical for 1998 Porsche 91180,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR65 HGU
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,400cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2024 69,228 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 69,213 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2022 69,093 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 69,086 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2020 69,086 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 68,739 miles

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 2 x bulbs n/w in 3rd brake light (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play o/s/r toe arm has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm bushes seperating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear lower arm bushes starting to seperate (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 67,556 miles

Front wishbone inner bushes split and de-laminated

High Level brake lamp in the spoiler has 2 bulbs not working

OSR toe control arm has a minor amount of play in the ball joint

Rear wishbone inner bushes split and de-laminated

Pass 5 Aug 2016 66,604 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 66,604 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 66,070 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 66,070 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 64,172 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 61,290 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 58,520 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 55,679 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 53,518 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 51,394 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 45,650 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 48,930 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 47,964 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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R65 HGU is a 1998 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R65 HGU, 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 R65 HGU registered?

R65 HGU is a 1998 Porsche 911, first registered on 18 February 1998.

Is R65 HGU safe to buy?

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