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N182 JLB

1996 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

37,408 mi
Last recorded37,408 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Porsche 91172,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN182 JLB
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 37,408 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2026 37,408 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 37,349 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 36,574 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2024 36,574 miles

Nearside Front Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 35,585 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 34,620 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2022 34,619 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak exhaust box (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak exhaust box (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 34,520 miles

Exhaust leak, both silencer

Pass 29 Mar 2021 34,520 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 34,371 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2020 34,355 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 33,778 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 32,749 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 31,007 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2015 30,207 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 29,684 miles

slight play in both steering arm bushes.

Pass 22 May 2013 29,199 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 13 Jun 2012 28,521 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 28,222 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 27,788 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 27,788 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 27,563 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 27,563 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 26,116 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 25,177 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 24,348 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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N182 JLB is a 1996 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 N182 JLB, 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.

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What year was N182 JLB registered?

N182 JLB is a 1996 Porsche 911, first registered on 29 May 1996.

Is N182 JLB safe to buy?

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