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R947 CDB

1998 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

114,139 mi
Last recorded114,139 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Porsche 91180,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR947 CDB
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 114,139 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 113,781 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s front tyre inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 May 2024 113,685 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2023 113,685 miles
Fail 10 May 2023 113,685 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 113,327 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 112,910 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 112,791 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 112,551 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 112,434 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 112,358 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 112,178 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 111,985 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2014 111,985 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 111,585 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 111,583 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 111,209 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 110,703 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 110,009 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 110,008 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 109,271 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2008 108,368 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 107,504 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 104,209 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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R947 CDB is a 1998 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R947 CDB, 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

How do I check the history of R947 CDB?

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What year was R947 CDB registered?

R947 CDB is a 1998 Porsche 911, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R947 CDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R947 CDB shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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