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53 RF

1996 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,405 mi
Last recorded115,405 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 Porsche 91172,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration53 RF
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 1 Nov 2025 115,405 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 114,070 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 113,577 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 110,045 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 108,266 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 107,255 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 106,035 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 103,580 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 103,105 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 100,183 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 99,206 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 96,652 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 93,639 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 Apr 2011 91,757 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 88,322 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 79,163 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 77,506 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 72,264 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 65,462 miles

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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53 RF is a 1996 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 72,582 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 53 RF, 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 30 years old, this Porsche 911 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 53 RF?

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What year was 53 RF registered?

53 RF is a 1996 Porsche 911, first registered on 7 April 1996.

Is 53 RF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 53 RF shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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