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M3 CJM

1996 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

57,519 mi
Last recorded57,519 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Porsche 91172,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 CJM
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 57,519 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 57,514 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2024 57,514 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2023 57,512 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2023 57,512 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2022 57,510 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2022 57,510 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 57,499 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2021 57,499 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 19 Sep 2020 57,497 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2020 57,497 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 57,495 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 57,493 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 57,490 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2016 57,401 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 56,986 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 56,899 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 56,790 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 56,654 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 56,098 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 55,530 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 55,530 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 55,798 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 55,619 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2007 55,215 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 54,988 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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M3 CJM is a 1996 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 M3 CJM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M3 CJM registered?

M3 CJM is a 1996 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is M3 CJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 CJM shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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