2003 Porsche 911 3.6L Petrol · S3 MFN
2003 Porsche 911 (3.6L, petrol). First registered 26 Nov 2003. Recorded mileage 82,241 miles. MOT expired on 21 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- PORSCHE 911
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 82,241 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S3 MFN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/07/2025
- 82,241 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
S3 MFN 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 (S3 MFN) between November 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
S3 MFN Mileage History
- 25/11/202375,792 mi
- 28/11/202375,792 mi
- 25/10/202479,456 mi+3,664 mi
- 22/07/202582,241 mi+2,785 mi
- 22/07/202582,241 mi
Average of roughly 3,892 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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