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BIG 996

2003 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

81,218 mi
Last recorded81,218 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Porsche 91156,599 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBIG 996
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 81,218 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 79,761 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 74,366 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 69,584 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 69,431 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 69,409 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 69,387 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 69,367 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 69,350 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 68,638 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 68,638 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 66,804 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 66,395 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 65,468 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 65,468 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 62,216 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 62,212 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2009 56,908 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 50,335 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 35,853 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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BIG 996 is a 2003 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2003 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 56,599 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 BIG 996, 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 23 years old, this Porsche 911 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BIG 996 registered?

BIG 996 is a 2003 Porsche 911, first registered on 28 April 2003.

Is BIG 996 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BIG 996 shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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