2012 Porsche 911 Turbo S S-a MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for 911 Turbo S S-a models manufactured in 2012, based on 81 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2012 Porsche 911 Turbo S S-a MOT Analysis
The 2012 Porsche 911 Turbo S S-a has an MOT pass rate of 92.6% based on 81 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 19,098 miles on the odometer. With a 7.4% failure rate, the 2012 911 Turbo S S-a is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2012 Porsche 911 Turbo S S-a is Body, chassis, structure, responsible for 1.2% of failures. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs range from £100–500+.
Top failures specific to 2012 models only. The overall 911 Turbo S S-a page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 1.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 19,098 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body & Structure | 0.65 | 1.2% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2012 Porsche 911 Turbo S S-a has an MOT pass rate of 92.6% based on 81 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 19,098 miles on the odometer. With a 7.4% failure rate, the 2012 911 Turbo S S-a is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2012 Porsche 911 Turbo S S-a, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to body, chassis, structure: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely. With relatively low average mileage of 19,098 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Body, chassis, structure — 1.2% of failures
Body, chassis, structure issues account for 1.2% of MOT failures on 2012 Porsche 911 Turbo S S-a models. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs: £100–500+. Pre-MOT check: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.