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JB 23

2012 Porsche 911

Grey Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,681 mi
Last recorded86,681 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Porsche 91133,764 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJB 23
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 86,681 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 84,340 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 79,546 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2023 75,208 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2023 75,206 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Mar 2022 69,667 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2022 69,659 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure heavily bulged inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 63,742 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2021 63,739 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Mar 2020 59,829 miles

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 25 Mar 2019 54,552 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 47,794 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 41,434 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 36,236 miles

nearside rear tyre underinflated

Pass 10 Feb 2015 30,356 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 30,353 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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JB 23 is a 2012 Porsche 911 in Grey with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 33,764 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 JB 23, 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 14 years old, this Porsche 911 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was JB 23 registered?

JB 23 is a 2012 Porsche 911, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is JB 23 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JB 23 shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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