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LFZ 996

2003 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

57,267 mi
Last recorded57,267 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Porsche 91156,599 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFZ 996
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 57,267 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 55,259 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Feb 2025 55,253 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2024 53,527 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer CV gaitor just starting to split

Pass 23 Feb 2023 50,950 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 49,953 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 47,689 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 47,054 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 45,893 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 45,173 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 42,973 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 39,142 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Fail 18 Sep 2015 39,142 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 34,905 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 32,019 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 28,108 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 26,592 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 24,761 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 24,524 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 23,215 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 21,934 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 21,934 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 13,508 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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LFZ 996 is a 2003 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 LFZ 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 LFZ 996 registered?

LFZ 996 is a 2003 Porsche 911, first registered on 9 October 2003.

Is LFZ 996 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFZ 996 shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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