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N848 FVW

1996 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

84,693 mi
Last recorded84,693 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Porsche 91172,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN848 FVW
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 84,693 miles

Brake pedal pivot has slight wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 84,476 miles

Brake pedal pivot has slight wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 83,950 miles

Brake pedal pivot has slight wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 83,403 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 81,790 miles

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small stone chips in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2021 80,717 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 80,496 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2017 80,496 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 80,276 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 77,527 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 77,254 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 77,060 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 May 2012 77,060 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 76,760 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 76,197 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 75,976 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 75,491 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 75,173 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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N848 FVW is a 1996 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 N848 FVW, 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 N848 FVW registered?

N848 FVW is a 1996 Porsche 911, first registered on 28 March 1996.

Is N848 FVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N848 FVW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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