2008 Porsche 911 3.8L Petrol · 5 DT
2008 Porsche 911 (3.8L, petrol). First registered 04 Sept 2008. Recorded mileage 48,691 miles. MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- PORSCHE 911
- Year / Origin
- 2008
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 48,691 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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5 DT Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/01/2026
- 48,691 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
5 DT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Porsche 911 (5 DT) between November 2022 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
5 DT Mileage History
- 11/11/202232,479 mi
- 27/08/202337,128 mi+4,649 mi
- 15/01/202543,547 mi+6,419 mi
- 13/01/202648,691 mi+5,144 mi
Average of roughly 5,109 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Porsche Porsche 911 (997)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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