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N403 MEW

1996 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

157,938 mi
Last recorded157,938 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Porsche 91172,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN403 MEW
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 157,938 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box at seam (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Dec 2024 157,916 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 151,079 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (2.M) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (2.M) (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2022 143,106 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 137,790 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 137,782 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 137,782 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

front bump stops spilt

Fail 7 Feb 2020 137,782 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

front bump stops spilt

Pass 25 Jun 2018 137,782 miles

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

Front Both front bumpstops split.

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2018 137,782 miles

Front Both front bumpstops split.

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 134,306 miles

Front Both front bump stops perished.

Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland Both top mounts starting to split. (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 131,179 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 126,818 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 123,862 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 115,965 miles

OFFSIDE AND NEARSIDE FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGES

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jun 2012 105,061 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 94,370 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 79,277 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 68,647 miles

Offside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 54,456 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 46,040 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 42,785 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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N403 MEW is a 1996 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 N403 MEW, 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 N403 MEW registered?

N403 MEW is a 1996 Porsche 911, first registered on 27 February 1996.

Is N403 MEW safe to buy?

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