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R889 KGF

1998 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

142,728 mi
Last recorded142,728 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Porsche 91180,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR889 KGF
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,400cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 142,728 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2026 142,728 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2025 138,161 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 136,837 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 135,471 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 135,350 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 134,190 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 134,183 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 133,171 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 131,987 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 May 2015 130,608 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 128,638 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 128,638 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 124,953 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2012 121,700 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 115,717 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 97,478 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 81,805 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 69,067 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 52,939 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 29 May 2007 52,939 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 49,778 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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R889 KGF is a 1998 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 R889 KGF, 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 R889 KGF registered?

R889 KGF is a 1998 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R889 KGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R889 KGF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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