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S229 LLX

1999 Porsche Carrera

Black Petrol 3387cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,787 mi
Last recorded41,787 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Porsche Carrera70,747 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS229 LLX
MakePorsche
ModelCarrera
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,387cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 41,787 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 41,426 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 17 Mar 2020 38,921 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 36,484 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2017 34,536 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2017 34,536 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 34,127 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 33,815 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 33,437 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 31,430 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2010 31,430 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 5 Dec 2008 26,756 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 24,699 miles

offside & nearside front tyres wearing on inside edge

Pass 31 Oct 2005 23,994 miles

How Reliable is the Porsche Carrera?

Based on 6,223 MOT tests across 580 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
1,448
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 154
fog lamp not working 76
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 68
brake binding 59
position lamp(s) not working 57
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S229 LLX is a 1999 Porsche Carrera in Black with a 3,387cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1999 Porsche Carrera models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 70,747 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche Carrera fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S229 LLX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche Carrera typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 27 years old, this Porsche Carrera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S229 LLX registered?

S229 LLX is a 1999 Porsche Carrera, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S229 LLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S229 LLX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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