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RE08 SUF

2008 Porsche 911

Grey Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

126,963 mi
Last recorded126,963 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Porsche 91138,907 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 SUF
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2024 126,963 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2024 126,956 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 126,168 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 124,986 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2022 124,986 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2021 123,328 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2021 123,326 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 8 Mar 2021 123,268 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 122,391 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 121,767 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 120,265 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 115,795 miles

Coolant leak ()

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Fail 7 Feb 2017 115,730 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Coolant leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 5 May 2016 105,505 miles

coolant leak

Fail 5 May 2016 105,504 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

coolant leak

Pass 15 May 2015 95,311 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 May 2015 95,311 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2014 81,469 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 74,963 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2012 63,710 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 51,312 miles

Nearside 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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RE08 SUF is a 2008 Porsche 911 in Grey with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 38,907 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RE08 SUF, 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 18 years old, this Porsche 911 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RE08 SUF registered?

RE08 SUF is a 2008 Porsche 911, first registered on 21 April 2008.

Is RE08 SUF safe to buy?

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