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BFZ 993

1996 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

78,698 mi
Last recorded78,698 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2025
Typical for 1996 Porsche 91172,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFZ 993
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2025 78,698 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 78,131 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 75,892 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 74,541 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 73,180 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 72,982 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2018 72,982 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 72,389 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 72,294 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 72,242 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2015 72,242 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 72,086 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Aug 2013 71,610 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 71,060 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 70,763 miles

Oil leak

Fail 14 Jul 2011 70,749 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jun 2010 70,653 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 70,628 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 67,719 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2007 66,727 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 65,108 miles
Pass 11 May 2005 59,878 miles
Fail 9 May 2005 59,878 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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BFZ 993 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 82.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BFZ 993, 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

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What year was BFZ 993 registered?

BFZ 993 is a 1996 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is BFZ 993 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFZ 993 shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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