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N447 XNC

1996 Porsche 911 Carrera

Red Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

86,697 mi
Last recorded86,697 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 Porsche 911 Carrera41,602 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN447 XNC
MakePorsche
Model911 Carrera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2026 86,697 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2025 81,451 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 80,553 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 80,528 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 80,494 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 79,059 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2018 78,017 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 77,069 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 77,066 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 May 2016 75,083 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 73,285 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 May 2014 71,789 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 24 Apr 2013 70,421 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 68,187 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Apr 2011 66,464 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 66,464 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2010 63,473 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 63,473 miles

Nearside Inner Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Inner Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 May 2009 62,680 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 59,554 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 59,531 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2007 55,956 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 48,932 miles

offside front tyre worn on inside edge

How Reliable is the Porsche 911 Carrera?

Based on 2,220 MOT tests across 323 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
1,550
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
323
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 52
brake disc excessively pitted 26
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 22
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 18
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 18
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N447 XNC is a 1996 Porsche 911 Carrera in Red with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1996 Porsche 911 Carrera models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 41,602 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche 911 Carrera fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N447 XNC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 911 Carrera typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Porsche 911 Carrera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N447 XNC?

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What year was N447 XNC registered?

N447 XNC is a 1996 Porsche 911 Carrera, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N447 XNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N447 XNC shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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