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TGZ 993

1996 Porsche 911 Carrera

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

135,906 mi
Last recorded135,906 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Porsche 911 Carrera41,602 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGZ 993
MakePorsche
Model911 Carrera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 135,906 miles
Fail 5 May 2026 135,906 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 135,906 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2024 135,906 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 135,870 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 135,813 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 135,002 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 134,618 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 133,675 miles

How Reliable is the Porsche 911 Carrera?

Based on 2,220 MOT tests across 323 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
1,550
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
323
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 52
brake disc excessively pitted 26
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 22
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 18
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 18
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TGZ 993 is a 1996 Porsche 911 Carrera in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1996 Porsche 911 Carrera models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 41,602 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche 911 Carrera fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TGZ 993, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 911 Carrera typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Porsche 911 Carrera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TGZ 993 registered?

TGZ 993 is a 1996 Porsche 911 Carrera, first registered on 9 February 1996.

Is TGZ 993 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGZ 993 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TGZ 993 have outstanding finance?

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