2003 Porsche 911 3.6L Petrol · X88 KAH
2003 Porsche 911 (3.6L, petrol). First registered 06 Mar 2003. Recorded mileage 102,958 miles. MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- PORSCHE 911
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Export Allocation
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 13 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 102,958 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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X88 KAH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/10/2025
- 102,958 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
X88 KAH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Porsche 911 (X88 KAH) between July 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”.
X88 KAH Mileage History
- 28/07/202398,118 mi
- 28/07/202398,118 mi
- 30/07/2024100,295 mi+2,177 mi
- 14/10/2025102,958 mi+2,663 mi
- 15/10/2025102,958 mi
Average of roughly 2,183 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Porsche Porsche 911 (996)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- IMS Bearing FailureSerious
Early M96 engines can suffer intermediate shaft bearing failure, leading to major internal damage.
- Cylinder Bore ScoringSerious
Later 3.6 engines can suffer bore wear, leading to ticking, smoke and expensive rebuilds.
- Rear Main Seal Oil LeakModerate
The rear main seal between engine and gearbox degrades over time, causing oil to leak into the bellhousing area. Often mistaken for IMS failure.
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