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R8 PDW

1999 Porsche Carrera GT

Blue Petrol 5733cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

129,172 mi
Last recorded129,172 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 1999 Porsche Carrera GT76,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 PDW
MakePorsche
ModelCarrera GT
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,733cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 129,172 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 129,137 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 129,070 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 129,007 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 128,932 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 128,887 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 128,880 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 128,877 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 128,874 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 128,819 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 128,789 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Sep 2013 127,180 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 127,000 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 126,276 miles

Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 124,111 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 117,951 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 111,478 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 May 2008 111,478 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 106,025 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 100,954 miles

How Reliable is the Porsche Carrera GT?

Based on 5,537 MOT tests across 478 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
1,275
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
478
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 125
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 55
fog lamp not working 51
Headlamp aim too high 49
position lamp(s) not working 43
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R8 PDW is a 1999 Porsche Carrera GT in Blue with a 5,733cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1999 Porsche Carrera GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 76,888 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche Carrera GT fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R8 PDW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche Carrera GT typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 27 years old, this Porsche Carrera GT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R8 PDW registered?

R8 PDW is a 1999 Porsche Carrera GT, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is R8 PDW safe to buy?

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