1998 Porsche 911 3.4L Petrol · 70 OD

The 1998 Porsche 911 presents a stable roadworthiness trend with a clean pass at the most recent test on 31 July 2025 at 95,266 miles, where the tester recorded no defects. Prior tests show the same pattern of clean results, with passes logged on 25 July 2023 at 90,358 miles and 21 July 2022 at 85,446 miles. The vehicle cleared every examination once the single anomaly in 2024 was resolved. Mileage sits at 95,266 against a 28-year lifespan, averaging roughly 3,402 miles per year. The record shows gentle accumulation: 85,446 in July 2022, 90,358 in July 2023, 92,462 in July 2024, and 95,266 in July 2025. The low annual use implies extended standing periods rather than hard drivetrain wear, though a 911 left idle risks perished suspension bushes and flat-spotted tyres. The 17 July 2024 entry lists both a fail and a pass at identical mileage of 92,462 with no defects recorded, pointing to an administrative retest rather than a mechanical fault. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of structural integrity and corrosion on the floor pans, sill sections, and suspension mounting points, as the MOT record captures only test-day condition and a 28-year-old Porsche can hide rot unseen by the tester. The brake discs, calipers, and coil springs warrant physical measurement for binding or fatigue from low-use storage. Given the sparse, defect-free history, previous keepers appear to have maintained statutory testing discipline, but the absence of advisories across five years on a car of this age is atypical and may reflect lenient assessment rather than perfect upkeep. Verify service records and inspect the exhaust emissions system and drivetrain seals before purchase.