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S17 POR

1998 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

69,230 mi
Last recorded69,230 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Porsche 91180,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS17 POR
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,400cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 69,230 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 68,638 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 67,679 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 67,143 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 66,529 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 65,252 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 64,155 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 62,945 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 62,029 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 60,620 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 59,948 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 59,239 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Mar 2014 58,732 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 57,329 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 56,294 miles

corrosion both rear brake discs inner faces

Pass 12 Mar 2011 55,133 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 53,775 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 51,811 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 49,418 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 49,345 miles

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

Nearside Inner Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 41,284 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Mar 2006 35,414 miles

Nearside Rear 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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S17 POR is a 1998 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 S17 POR, 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 S17 POR?

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What year was S17 POR registered?

S17 POR is a 1998 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S17 POR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S17 POR shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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