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911 PYT

1998 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

50,713 mi
Last recorded50,713 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Porsche 91180,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration911 PYT
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 50,713 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 50,149 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 47,612 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 47,412 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 46,943 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 46,069 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 45,896 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 45,478 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 45,478 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 45,270 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front tyre deteriorated, cracking in treads

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front tyre deteriorated, cracking in treads

Pass 1 Mar 2017 45,255 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and cracking in tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and cracking in tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 44,482 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 43,219 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 40,672 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 39,416 miles

Both rear track control arm balljoint covers split

Fail 4 Feb 2011 39,416 miles

Both rear track control arm balljoint covers split

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 39,157 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 39,157 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Feb 2009 38,233 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 38,233 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Feb 2008 35,775 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2007 32,992 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2007 32,992 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 31,492 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2006 30,144 miles

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

oil leak

Pass 18 Feb 2006 30,144 miles

oil leak

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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911 PYT is a 1998 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 911 PYT, 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

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What year was 911 PYT registered?

911 PYT is a 1998 Porsche 911, first registered on 19 March 1998.

Is 911 PYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 911 PYT shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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