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X55 JTB

2008 Porsche Carrera

Blue Petrol 3596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,144 mi
Last recorded58,144 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Porsche Carrera47,252 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX55 JTB
MakePorsche
ModelCarrera
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 26 Jan 2026 58,144 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 55,723 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 54,653 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 50,876 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 45,610 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 40,411 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 38,610 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 34,388 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 31,809 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Feb 2017 28,683 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on the inner part of tread (4.1.E.1)

Slight wear and corrosion on the inner faces of front brake discs

Pass 2 Feb 2016 26,186 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 24,560 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 22,517 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 22 Aug 2012 18,618 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 14,244 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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X55 JTB is a 2008 Porsche Carrera in Blue with a 3,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Porsche Carrera models, the average MOT pass rate is 96.1% with a typical mileage of 47,252 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 X55 JTB, 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 18 years old, this Porsche Carrera is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X55 JTB registered?

X55 JTB is a 2008 Porsche Carrera, first registered on 28 July 2008.

Is X55 JTB safe to buy?

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