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N215 HSF

1996 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,618 mi
Last recorded20,618 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Porsche 91172,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN215 HSF
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 20,618 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 20,029 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 20,022 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2016 19,320 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2016 19,317 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 Apr 2015 19,460 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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N215 HSF is a 1996 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N215 HSF, 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 N215 HSF registered?

N215 HSF is a 1996 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N215 HSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N215 HSF shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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