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A7 VRM

1985 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

120,264 mi
Last recorded120,264 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Porsche 91199,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 VRM
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,125cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 120,264 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 120,264 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 119,520 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 119,290 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2021 118,688 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 117,765 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 1 Jul 2015 116,995 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 115,920 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 114,590 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 113,254 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 107,278 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 28 Jun 2011 107,275 miles

Nearside Rear Torsion bar attachment bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.E.4c)

Offside Rear Torsion bar attachment bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.E.4c)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 104,983 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

n/s o/s rear torsion tube mtgs corroded

Pass 6 Jun 2009 102,733 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 99,604 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 96,499 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 94,518 miles

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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A7 VRM is a 1985 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1985 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 99,183 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 A7 VRM, 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 41 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 A7 VRM registered?

A7 VRM is a 1985 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is A7 VRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 VRM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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