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WSU 996

2001 Porsche 911

Yellow Petrol 3569cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

24,529 mi
Last recorded24,529 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Porsche 91167,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSU 996
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,569cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 24,529 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 24,401 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 23,436 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 22,807 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 22,807 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 4 Jun 2014 20,957 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 20,585 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 19,978 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 18,371 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 17,451 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 16,522 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 19 Jun 2007 14,274 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 12,402 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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WSU 996 is a 2001 Porsche 911 in Yellow with a 3,569cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WSU 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 WSU 996 registered?

WSU 996 is a 2001 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is WSU 996 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WSU 996 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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