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N442 XDV

1996 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

81,854 mi
Last recorded81,854 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 1996 Porsche 91172,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN442 XDV
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 81,854 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 81,742 miles

brake pad warning light illumnated

undertrays and covers fitted

Fail 13 Mar 2019 81,742 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

brake pad warning light illumnated

undertrays and covers fitted

Pass 22 Jan 2018 81,725 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 Jan 2017 80,848 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Outer cv boot split

Pass 2 Feb 2016 77,076 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 76,261 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 76,261 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 73,994 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 72,320 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 72,243 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 68,608 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 68,608 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 65,586 miles

under tray fitted

Fail 19 Jul 2011 65,580 miles

Nearside Inner Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Inner Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

under tray fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2010 64,201 miles

Nearside Front Rear reflector faded in colour (1.5.1d)

Offside Front Rear reflector faded in colour (1.5.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

full underbodycovers fitted ///// plastic sill covers

Pass 17 Jul 2009 64,024 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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)

Oil leak

full under tray fitted

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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N442 XDV is a 1996 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 N442 XDV, 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 N442 XDV registered?

N442 XDV is a 1996 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 January 1996.

Is N442 XDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N442 XDV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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