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A5 DCW

1986 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

164,902 mi
Last recorded164,902 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1986 Porsche 91198,737 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 DCW
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,300cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 164,902 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2025 161,652 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 161,652 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2023 159,107 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 155,970 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 154,696 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 20 Jan 2021 154,695 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 153,494 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 151,491 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 148,120 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 144,688 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 141,963 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 139,343 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Very slight play in o/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 11 Mar 2013 137,893 miles

screen wash filler neck in n/s/f arch is incomplete

Pass 14 Mar 2012 134,369 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 132,904 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 128,966 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 126,474 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 126,461 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 122,550 miles

both head lamp patterns poor

Pass 31 Jan 2007 119,122 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 113,047 miles

oil leak

How Reliable is the Porsche 911?

Based on 977,057 MOT tests across 73,061 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
1,867
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
73,061
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 20,869
position lamp(s) not working 7,590
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 6,439
Headlamp aim too high 6,432
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,466
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A5 DCW is a 1986 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1986 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 98,737 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche 911 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 20,869 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A5 DCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 911 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 40 years old, this Porsche 911 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A5 DCW registered?

A5 DCW is a 1986 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is A5 DCW safe to buy?

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