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AMA 288

1985 Porsche 911

White Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

124,512 mi
Last recorded124,512 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1985 Porsche 91199,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAMA 288
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 22 Oct 2025 124,512 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 123,865 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 123,799 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 123,373 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 123,346 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 123,164 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 123,074 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 122,898 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 122,656 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 122,414 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 122,275 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 122,002 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 121,849 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 121,547 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 121,157 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 120,833 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 120,192 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 119,637 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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AMA 288 is a 1985 Porsche 911 in White with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AMA 288, 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

How do I check the history of AMA 288?

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What year was AMA 288 registered?

AMA 288 is a 1985 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is AMA 288 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AMA 288 shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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