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A87 POR

1996 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,220 mi
Last recorded48,220 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Porsche 91172,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA87 POR
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2025 48,220 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 48,128 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 48,105 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 48,097 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 48,057 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 46,941 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 46,736 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 46,267 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 45,944 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 45,900 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 45,881 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 45,510 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 45,177 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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A87 POR is a 1996 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 A87 POR, 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 A87 POR?

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What year was A87 POR registered?

A87 POR is a 1996 Porsche 911, first registered on 16 February 1996.

Is A87 POR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A87 POR shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A87 POR have outstanding finance?

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