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ABW 172H

1998 Porsche 911

Orange Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,042 mi
Last recorded36,042 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 Porsche 91180,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABW 172H
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 36,042 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 36,041 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2016 35,675 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 35,675 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 35,441 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 35,041 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 33,793 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 33,276 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 32,097 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 31,188 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 30,117 miles

engine oil leak from cooler

Pass 19 Jun 2006 29,617 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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ABW 172H is a 1998 Porsche 911 in Orange with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ABW 172H, 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 ABW 172H registered?

ABW 172H is a 1998 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 February 1998.

Is ABW 172H safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABW 172H shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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