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DRZ 996

2001 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

75,097 mi
Last recorded75,097 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Porsche 91167,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRZ 996
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 75,097 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 71,088 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 70,802 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 70,138 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 67,420 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

undertrays fitted

Pass 24 May 2021 64,398 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes have slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 May 2020 63,962 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 62,000 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 55,808 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 1 Dec 2017 55,808 miles

Nearside Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2016 53,583 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside wiper blade slightly deteriorated

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under trays fitted not allowing inspection of some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 51,146 miles

Under trays fitted not allowing inspection of some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 49,143 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Nov 2013 48,843 miles

damage to AC pipe, o/s front

Pass 28 Nov 2012 48,317 miles

Oil leak

Fail 29 Nov 2011 45,056 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 45,056 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 42,940 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 38,203 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 37,594 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 37,594 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2008 34,203 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 27,726 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 255,651 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 25,593 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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DRZ 996 is a 2001 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2001 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 67,004 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 DRZ 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 25 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 DRZ 996 registered?

DRZ 996 is a 2001 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is DRZ 996 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRZ 996 shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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