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N851 FVW

1996 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

94,669 mi
Last recorded94,669 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Porsche 91172,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN851 FVW
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 94,669 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 93,113 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 91,528 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 90,093 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 87,981 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 87,688 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 87,025 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2020 87,023 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 85,899 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 83,879 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 82,411 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 82,407 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 May 2015 79,736 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2014 73,607 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 73,595 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 70,551 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 4 May 2012 69,468 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 66,656 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 62,877 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 60,864 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 57,234 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 55,234 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 52,294 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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N851 FVW is a 1996 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 N851 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

How do I check the history of N851 FVW?

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What year was N851 FVW registered?

N851 FVW is a 1996 Porsche 911, first registered on 29 May 1996.

Is N851 FVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N851 FVW shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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