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996 SM

1998 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,474 mi
Last recorded71,474 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Porsche 91180,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration996 SM
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,400cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2026 71,474 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 70,647 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 69,885 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 69,450 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 68,288 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 66,242 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 64,619 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 59,875 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2018 56,554 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 May 2017 54,670 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 51,170 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (3.5.1i)

Nearside Ball joint has slight play rack end (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 46,481 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 May 2014 44,463 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 42,096 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 40,326 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 38,313 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 36,095 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 35,924 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2009 33,444 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 31,719 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 29,595 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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996 SM is a 1998 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 996 SM, 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

How do I check the history of 996 SM?

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What year was 996 SM registered?

996 SM is a 1998 Porsche 911, first registered on 11 February 1998.

Is 996 SM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 996 SM shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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