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B16 PCH

1985 Porsche 911

Purple Petrol 3299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1985 Porsche 91199,183 mi
4 checks still locked for this Porsche
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 PCH
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1985
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2020
Pass 5 Jan 2016 57,989 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 57,276 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 55,859 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 54,463 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 50,349 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 49,194 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 46,692 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 46,686 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Dec 2007 45,714 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 45,676 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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B16 PCH is a 1985 Porsche 911 in Purple with a 3,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 B16 PCH, 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 B16 PCH?

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What year was B16 PCH registered?

B16 PCH is a 1985 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 January 1985.

Is B16 PCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for B16 PCH shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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