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N7 POR

1996 Porsche 911

Multi-colour Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

49,073 mi
Last recorded49,073 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 Porsche 91172,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN7 POR
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 49,073 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2025 49,035 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2024 48,585 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge CLOSE TO CORDS OR PLY BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 47,042 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2022 45,998 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2021 44,442 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear upper front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear upper rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2020 41,399 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 40,981 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Apr 2018 40,916 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 40,868 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 40,420 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 40,420 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 39,841 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 39,823 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 39,777 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 39,246 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 39,108 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 39,054 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 37,612 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 35,493 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 32,808 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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N7 POR is a 1996 Porsche 911 in Multi-colour with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 N7 POR, 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 N7 POR registered?

N7 POR is a 1996 Porsche 911, first registered on 26 April 1996.

Is N7 POR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N7 POR shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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