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C8 BDG

1996 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

43,774 mi
Last recorded43,774 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Porsche 91172,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 BDG
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 43,774 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2025 43,729 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 42,845 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 42,761 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 42,378 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 41,841 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 41,080 miles
Pass 13 May 2018 40,714 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2017 40,172 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 39,984 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Oct 2011 39,854 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 39,294 miles

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

slight surface corrosion front and rear brake discs

Pass 23 Aug 2009 39,157 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

air bag light on dash

undertray under engine

Pass 29 Aug 2008 38,247 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2008 38,228 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2007 37,431 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2007 37,426 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Aug 2006 36,504 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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C8 BDG is a 1996 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 C8 BDG, 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 C8 BDG registered?

C8 BDG is a 1996 Porsche 911, first registered on 16 August 1996.

Is C8 BDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C8 BDG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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