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A993 MAB

1996 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

70,165 mi
Last recorded70,165 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Porsche 91172,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA993 MAB
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 70,165 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 69,917 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 69,605 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 69,346 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 68,980 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 68,365 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 66,577 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 65,234 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 63,959 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 62,923 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 62,284 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015 62,284 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 61,596 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jun 2013 60,296 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 59,486 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 57,430 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 53,920 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

light corrosion on discs

Fail 19 Jul 2010 53,883 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

light corrosion on discs

Pass 25 Apr 2009 52,776 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 May 2008 51,058 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

bulbs out in center brake light

Fail 6 May 2008 51,058 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

bulbs out in center brake light

Pass 14 Apr 2007 49,389 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 48,000 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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A993 MAB is a 1996 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 A993 MAB, 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 A993 MAB?

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What year was A993 MAB registered?

A993 MAB is a 1996 Porsche 911, first registered on 12 January 1996.

Is A993 MAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A993 MAB shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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