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YP08 GSY

2008 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3824cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

67,611 mi
Last recorded67,611 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Porsche 91138,907 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP08 GSY
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,824cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 67,611 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 66,162 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 64,360 miles

park brake imbalanced, offside low

Pass 3 Oct 2022 62,822 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 60,760 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 58,337 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2019 57,858 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 56,955 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 54,881 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 49,565 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 46,645 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 39,520 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 31,768 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 27,976 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 24 Sep 2012 27,976 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

O/S/R tyre worn on inner edge of tread

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 7 Oct 2011 22,330 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 22,330 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 13 Apr 2011 21,053 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 21,053 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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YP08 GSY is a 2008 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,824cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YP08 GSY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YP08 GSY registered?

YP08 GSY is a 2008 Porsche 911, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is YP08 GSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP08 GSY shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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