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Porsche 911

Silver · Petrol · 1994 · 3,600 cc

M290 SWTMOT history

M290 SWT is a silver petrol Porsche 911 first used on 1 Aug 1994. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 198,138 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

M290 SWT silver Porsche 911 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
198,138 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,357 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M290 SWT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
911
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
1 Aug 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M290 SWT was last recorded at 198,138 miles on 29 May 2026, 48 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
198,090 miles · 27 May 2026
Between the last two tests
48 miles
Average per year
2,357 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 198,138 miles
  • 2025 – 195,509 miles
  • 2024 – 190,325 miles
  • 2022 – 187,838 miles
  • 2021 – 185,584 miles
  • 2019 – 185,574 miles
  • 2018 – 185,574 miles
  • 2017 – 185,574 miles
  • 2016 – 185,574 miles
  • 2015 – 183,125 miles
  • 2014 – 178,046 miles
  • 2012 – 174,769 miles
  • 2010 – 164,584 miles
  • 2007 – 154,009 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,138 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 8 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,138 miles (+48)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    198,138 miles
    Test number
    380703544439
    • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail198,090 miles (+2,581)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,090 miles
    Test number
    719439754562
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass195,509 miles (+5,184)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    195,509 miles
    Test number
    306241720016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass190,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2025
    Odometer
    190,325 miles
    Test number
    395567466494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail190,325 miles (+2,487)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,325 miles
    Test number
    908913916349
    • MajorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass187,838 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    187,838 miles
    Test number
    967275649898
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail187,832 miles (+2,248)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,832 miles
    Test number
    328447155430
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass185,584 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    185,584 miles
    Test number
    937429396903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass185,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    185,574 miles
    Test number
    479558383202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass185,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    185,574 miles
    Test number
    741673793124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass185,574 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    185,574 miles
    Test number
    976950385769
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Fail185,574 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,574 miles
    Test number
    250389430554
    • FailureOffside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass185,574 miles (+2,449)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    185,574 miles
    Test number
    728734383272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass183,125 miles (+5,079)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    183,125 miles
    Test number
    336156075110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass178,046 miles (+107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    178,046 miles
    Test number
    928659824151
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Fail177,939 miles (+3,170)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,939 miles
    Test number
    435431204105
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass174,769 miles (+10,185)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    174,769 miles
    Test number
    388740852418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass164,584 miles (+10,575)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    164,584 miles
    Test number
    514907450018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass154,009 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    154,009 miles
    Test number
    643071357235
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about M290 SWT

Does M290 SWT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M290 SWT is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on M290 SWT?
The MOT on M290 SWT is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M290 SWT done?
M290 SWT was recorded at 198,138 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 2,357 miles a year.
Has M290 SWT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M290 SWT has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2026.
Has the mileage on M290 SWT ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on M290 SWT find?
M290 SWT passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 1 advisory: front hydraulic leak, but not excessive.

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