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FJZ 996

2003 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

89,278 mi
Last recorded89,278 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Porsche 91156,599 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJZ 996
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 89,278 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2026 89,263 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2025 88,007 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 86,903 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 86,215 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 84,703 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 83,446 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 82,085 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 79,857 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear X2 pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2018 77,318 miles

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

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 26 Jun 2018 77,315 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (1.1.3 (d))

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (1.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Braking system leaking (1.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (1.1.3 (d))

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

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 30 May 2017 75,707 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 1 Jun 2016 73,826 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 73,814 miles

Centre Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Rear Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Oil Leak

Pass 1 Jun 2015 72,223 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 69,966 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 65,797 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 60,275 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2011 55,822 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 51,125 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 44,759 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 39,416 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 28,815 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 19,923 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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FJZ 996 is a 2003 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FJZ 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 FJZ 996 registered?

FJZ 996 is a 2003 Porsche 911, first registered on 24 March 2003.

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