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B473 HFE

1985 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

113,551 mi
Last recorded113,551 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 1985 Porsche 91199,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Porsche
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB473 HFE
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 26 Apr 2025 113,551 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 113,491 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 112,527 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 111,580 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 111,483 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 111,324 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 110,821 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 110,066 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 109,492 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 108,951 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 108,606 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2010 108,390 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 108,308 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 108,071 miles

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

front tyres both perished + worn on edges nearside front tyre cut in tread

Pass 29 Apr 2006 107,667 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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B473 HFE is a 1985 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 B473 HFE, 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 B473 HFE registered?

B473 HFE is a 1985 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B473 HFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for B473 HFE shows 15 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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