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C12 MPB

1996 Porsche 911

Yellow Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

58,686 mi
Last recorded58,686 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Porsche 91172,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC12 MPB
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 58,686 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 57,963 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 57,447 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 57,278 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 57,229 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in tread and worn on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in tread and worn on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in tread and worn on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in tread and worn on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2020 57,181 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2016 56,760 miles

Nearside Front Tyre cracking and wearing on inside.

Offside Front Tyre cracking and wearing on inside.

Under trays fitted covering all of under body.

Pass 24 Jun 2015 55,972 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 54,081 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Fail 18 Jun 2014 54,081 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2012 50,756 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 48,539 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 46,036 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 43,493 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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C12 MPB is a 1996 Porsche 911 in Yellow with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 C12 MPB, 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 C12 MPB registered?

C12 MPB is a 1996 Porsche 911, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is C12 MPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C12 MPB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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