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N81 HLB

1996 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

200,678 mi
Last recorded200,678 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 Porsche 91172,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN81 HLB
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 200,678 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2025 199,588 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2024 199,225 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2023 198,625 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2022 196,085 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2021 194,490 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 193,902 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2019 192,434 miles

Covers fitted to under vehicle

Pass 2 Feb 2018 191,050 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 188,872 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 187,408 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 185,563 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 5 Feb 2014 182,545 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 178,742 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 167,755 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 158,410 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 145,729 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 133,470 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 120,697 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 105,691 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2007 105,689 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2006 93,637 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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N81 HLB is a 1996 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 N81 HLB, 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

How do I check the history of N81 HLB?

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What year was N81 HLB registered?

N81 HLB is a 1996 Porsche 911, first registered on 29 February 1996.

Is N81 HLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N81 HLB shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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