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ABW 173H

1998 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

196,855 mi
Last recorded196,855 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Porsche 91180,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABW 173H
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 196,855 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 196,460 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 195,682 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 195,024 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 194,211 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 192,889 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 191,047 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 190,610 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 189,381 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 188,875 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 188,791 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 187,958 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 187,391 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 187,931 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 187,484 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 186,403 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 186,394 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside front plate broken away from body

Pass 20 Nov 2007 180,023 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2007 179,925 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Anti-roll bar missing (2.4.G.1)

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 173H is a 1998 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 173H, 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 173H registered?

ABW 173H is a 1998 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is ABW 173H safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABW 173H 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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