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Porsche 968

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 2,990 cc

SFW 968MOT history

SFW 968 is a blue petrol Porsche 968 first used on 30 Apr 1993. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 145,696 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

SFW 968 blue Porsche 968 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche 968, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
145,696 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,872 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SFW 968
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Porsche
Model
968
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,990 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
30 Apr 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

SFW 968 was last recorded at 145,696 miles on 1 May 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,694 miles · 24 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,872 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,696 miles
  • 2025 – 144,378 miles
  • 2024 – 143,464 miles
  • 2023 – 140,796 miles
  • 2022 – 137,470 miles
  • 2021 – 133,880 miles
  • 2020 – 133,863 miles
  • 2018 – 132,108 miles
  • 2016 – 130,300 miles
  • 2015 – 127,600 miles
  • 2014 – 124,044 miles
  • 2013 – 118,895 miles
  • 2012 – 117,656 miles
  • 2010 – 115,691 miles
  • 2009 – 111,894 miles
  • 2008 – 107,278 miles
  • 2006 – 106,415 miles
  • 2005 – 106,414 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,696 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major5 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • ALL JACKING POINTS CORRODED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule NSF, OSF, NSR, OSR

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • FUEL TANK STRAP CORRODED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • NSF ANTI ROLL BAR MOUNTING CORRODED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 3 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,696 miles (+2)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    145,696 miles
    Test number
    255201496318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  2. Fail145,694 miles (+1,316)7 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,694 miles
    Test number
    930686297417
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  3. Pass144,378 miles18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    144,378 miles
    Test number
    273506379596
    • AdvisoryALL JACKING POINTS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule NSF, OSF, NSR, OSR (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFUEL TANK STRAP CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNSF ANTI ROLL BAR MOUNTING CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside slight play in steering rack
    • AdvisoryOSF LOWER WISHBONE REAR BUSH SLIGHTLY PERISHED
    • AdvisoryOSR ANTI ROLL BAR DROP LINK BUSHES SLIGHTLY PERISHED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside slight play in steering rack
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryREAR FUEL PIPE UNIONS SLIGHTLY CORRODED
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded

  4. Fail144,378 miles (+914)2 major1 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,378 miles
    Test number
    769361233750
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryALL JACKING POINTS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule NSF, OSF, NSR, OSR (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFUEL TANK STRAP CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNSF ANTI ROLL BAR MOUNTING CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside slight play in steering rack
    • AdvisoryOSF LOWER WISHBONE REAR BUSH SLIGHTLY PERISHED
    • AdvisoryOSR ANTI ROLL BAR DROP LINK BUSHES SLIGHTLY PERISHED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside slight play in steering rack
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryREAR FUEL PIPE UNIONS SLIGHTLY CORRODED
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded

  5. Pass143,464 miles (+2,668)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    143,464 miles
    Test number
    274207298948
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass140,796 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    140,796 miles
    Test number
    423092247184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight play in shock absorber
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight play in shock absorber

  7. Fail140,796 miles (+10)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,796 miles
    Test number
    167815512291
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight play in shock absorber
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight play in shock absorber

  8. Fail140,786 miles (+3,316)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,786 miles
    Test number
    997877757831
    • DangerousNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass137,470 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    137,470 miles
    Test number
    623960407412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail137,388 miles (+3,508)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,388 miles
    Test number
    534180633162
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded n/s/r to o/s/r brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass133,880 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    133,880 miles
    Test number
    185387745037
    • AdvisoryOffside Front small chip in screen
    • AdvisoryMetal fuel pipes slightly pitted at rear section

  12. Fail133,863 miles (+1,755)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,863 miles
    Test number
    594097891972
    • MajorBrakes imbalanced across an axle offside slow to operate (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light on (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front metal brake pipe very slightly pitted

  13. Pass132,108 miles (+1,808)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    132,108 miles
    Test number
    219661755149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass130,300 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    130,300 miles
    Test number
    731770420133
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Fail130,299 miles (+2,699)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,299 miles
    Test number
    261999880077
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass127,600 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    127,600 miles
    Test number
    704913925233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight leak from offside rear diff seal

  17. Fail127,600 miles (+3,556)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,600 miles
    Test number
    257568620300
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect nearside doesn't pop up (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight leak from offside rear diff seal

  18. Pass124,044 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    124,044 miles
    Test number
    667393824253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. Fail124,044 miles (+5,149)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,044 miles
    Test number
    607093224223
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  20. Pass118,895 miles (+1,239)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    118,895 miles
    Test number
    885374533286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass117,656 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    117,656 miles
    Test number
    485371542261
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  22. Fail117,656 miles (+1,965)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,656 miles
    Test number
    578060142252
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  23. Pass115,691 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    115,691 miles
    Test number
    120764250443
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  24. Fail115,691 miles (+3,797)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,691 miles
    Test number
    133024750061
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  25. Pass111,894 miles (+4,616)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    111,894 miles
    Test number
    252393949080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass107,278 miles (+863)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    107,278 miles
    Test number
    561060748001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass106,415 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    106,415 miles
    Test number
    900418686156
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass106,414 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    106,414 miles
    Test number
    202017055161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail106,404 miles6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,404 miles
    Test number
    271063825143
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteOsr tyre worn to 2mm

Questions about SFW 968

What vehicle is registration SFW 968 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SFW 968 on a blue petrol Porsche 968 first used on 30 Apr 1993. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does SFW 968 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SFW 968 is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on SFW 968?
The MOT on SFW 968 is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SFW 968 done?
SFW 968 was recorded at 145,696 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 1,872 miles a year.
Has SFW 968 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SFW 968 has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on SFW 968 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on SFW 968 find?
SFW 968 passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 10 advisories: nearside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced, and 7 more.

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