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B557 PGX

1985 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

76,927 mi
Last recorded76,927 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2020
Typical for 1985 Porsche 91199,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB557 PGX
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,300cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2020 76,927 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 76,904 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 76,803 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 76,680 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 76,557 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 76,459 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 76,073 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 75,549 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 74,623 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2012 74,623 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 5 Jul 2011 74,256 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2011 74,256 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 73,131 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 72,120 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 70,850 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 70,294 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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B557 PGX is a 1985 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 B557 PGX, 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 B557 PGX registered?

B557 PGX is a 1985 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 February 1985.

Is B557 PGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B557 PGX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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