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SB08 CYP

2008 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

59,242 mi
Last recorded59,242 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Porsche 91138,907 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB08 CYP
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 59,242 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 58,335 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 55,646 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 53,668 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2023 53,492 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 50,627 miles

Central Undertrays fitted not allowing full chassis inspection.

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 46,875 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 42,498 miles

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 May 2019 37,966 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 36,408 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 34,753 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 32,835 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2017 32,818 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2016 27,798 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 26,975 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 26,975 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 25,473 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 22,482 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 19,118 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both front tyres deteriorated and starting to wear towards limit

both rear tyres worn towards inner edge

Pass 4 Oct 2011 15,370 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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SB08 CYP is a 2008 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 SB08 CYP, 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 SB08 CYP registered?

SB08 CYP is a 2008 Porsche 911, first registered on 15 August 2008.

Is SB08 CYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB08 CYP shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SB08 CYP have outstanding finance?

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