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SFZ 996

2001 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

54,522 mi
Last recorded54,522 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Porsche 91167,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFZ 996
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 54,522 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 May 2025 53,158 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 52,584 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 52,240 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2023 52,237 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2022 51,685 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 50,630 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 48,720 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 48,632 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 48,121 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 46,638 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 46,190 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 44,394 miles

Nearside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Small cut on o/s wiper blade

Pass 7 Apr 2015 44,394 miles

Small cut on o/s wiper blade

Pass 5 Apr 2014 42,071 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 40,058 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 33,064 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 31,270 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 28,924 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 25,149 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)

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 11 Apr 2008 23,224 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 18,960 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 18,679 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2005 14,864 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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SFZ 996 is a 2001 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2001 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 67,004 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 SFZ 996, 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 25 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 SFZ 996 registered?

SFZ 996 is a 2001 Porsche 911, first registered on 10 January 2001.

Is SFZ 996 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFZ 996 shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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