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R83 BLD

1998 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3387cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

93,532 mi
Last recorded93,532 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2023
Typical for 1998 Porsche 91180,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR83 BLD
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,387cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2023 93,532 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 92,181 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH REAR AXLE SURPORT BARS RUSTY (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 91,416 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

both rear tyres wearing slightly on inner edges

Pass 16 May 2019 86,491 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 84,059 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 79,895 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 77,879 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 76,232 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 72,984 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 70,375 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 70,105 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 69,847 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 67,455 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 62,698 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 62,219 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2007 62,219 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 May 2006 59,114 miles

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)

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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R83 BLD is a 1998 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,387cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R83 BLD, 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.

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What year was R83 BLD registered?

R83 BLD is a 1998 Porsche 911, first registered on 7 January 1998.

Is R83 BLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R83 BLD shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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