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C9 BSH

1996 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

150,292 mi
Last recorded150,292 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Porsche 91172,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC9 BSH
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 150,292 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2024 149,197 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 148,979 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 147,493 miles

all brake discs corroded

Pass 24 Apr 2019 145,997 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 144,442 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 143,383 miles

both rear tyres worn to 3m.m.

Pass 25 May 2016 141,814 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 140,758 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 10 Jun 2015 140,758 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 139,300 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 139,262 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 23 May 2013 137,505 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Jun 2012 136,384 miles

N/S/R outer CV Gator split

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Warning light on dash

Battery loose

Fail 1 Jun 2012 136,384 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

N/S/R outer CV Gator split

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Warning light on dash

Battery loose

Pass 13 May 2011 134,221 miles

n/s/ rear ind faded

Pass 18 May 2010 132,056 miles

Light on dash staying on

Nail in offside front tyre

Undershields fitted not allowing full inspection of underneath of car

Pass 13 Mar 2009 130,351 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 130,306 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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 17 Mar 2008 128,698 miles

Bonnet and boot lid does not stay open on there own

Both rear cv gators pereshing

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Undershields fitted not allowing full inspection of both seals

Warning light on dash

Fail 17 Mar 2008 128,698 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Bonnet and boot lid does not stay open on there own

Both rear cv gators pereshing

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Undershields fitted not allowing full inspection of both seals

Warning light on dash

Pass 29 Jan 2007 126,700 miles

Couldnt jack up back of car as car is too low and there is no where to jack up.

Undershields on underneath of car restricting view to some testedable items

Pass 30 Jan 2006 118,068 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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C9 BSH is a 1996 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 C9 BSH, 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.

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What year was C9 BSH registered?

C9 BSH is a 1996 Porsche 911, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is C9 BSH safe to buy?

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