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Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Tiptronic MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Tiptronic. Check any 911 Carrera 4 Tiptronic by registration number below.

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86.8%

Avg Pass Rate

-3.3%

vs Porsche Avg

3

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Tiptronic — MOT Reliability Overview

The Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Tiptronic has an average MOT pass rate of 86.8%, which is 3.3 percentage points below the Porsche brand average of 90.1%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 911 Carrera 4 Tiptronic is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Tiptronic fails its MOT are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your 911 Carrera 4 Tiptronic for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Tiptronic, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Tiptronic performs at MOT across different model years.

2003

Based on 44 vehicles

95.5%Excellent
Porsche average: 90.1%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

2002

Based on 72 vehicles

81.9%Good
Porsche average: 90.1%
Dangerous Defects

2.0%

Retest Rate

12.0%

0

Based on 53 vehicles

83.0%Good
Porsche average: 90.1%
Mileage at 5yr

78k mi

Top MOT Failures — Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Tiptronic

The most common reasons a Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Tiptronic fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

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The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

16.7%
Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Tiptronic Common Faults & Repair Costs

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88.4% pass rate

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100.0% pass rate

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99.1% pass rate

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87.5% pass rate

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Useful MOT Guides

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See detailed fault analysis for Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Tiptronic

Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Tiptronic — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Tiptronic MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Tiptronic?
The average MOT pass rate for the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Tiptronic is 86.8% compared to the Porsche average of 90.1%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Tiptronic?
The most common MOT failures on the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Tiptronic are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (16.7%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Tiptronic reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 86.8%, the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Tiptronic is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Tiptronic?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Tiptronic?
Typical mileage for the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Tiptronic: 78,413 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 911 Carrera 4 Tiptronic to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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