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B8 GNW

1985 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

110,903 mi
Last recorded110,903 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 1985 Porsche 91199,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB8 GNW
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2024 110,903 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 110,903 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2021 109,425 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 8 Aug 2018 107,895 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Aug 2018 107,895 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2016 107,179 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2015 106,643 miles

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

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

both wiper blades to deteriorating

Pass 9 Jun 2014 105,784 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2013 105,373 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2012 104,768 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 103,664 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2010 103,664 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 101,822 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 100,892 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 100,882 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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B8 GNW is a 1985 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 B8 GNW, 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 B8 GNW registered?

B8 GNW is a 1985 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B8 GNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B8 GNW shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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