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C247 BHA

1986 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

71,552 mi
Last recorded71,552 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1986 Porsche 91198,737 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC247 BHA
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 71,552 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low on inner (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low on inner (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 70,982 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm remaining 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 70,159 miles

Front both front tyres on the inner treads have 2.8mm remaining

Pass 4 Jul 2023 67,919 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 67,874 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 67,746 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 67,718 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 67,440 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 May 2017 67,219 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 67,068 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 66,738 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 66,737 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 65,950 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 63,455 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 63,455 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Apr 2011 60,246 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 56,425 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 54,906 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 53,245 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 49,947 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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C247 BHA is a 1986 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1986 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 98,737 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 C247 BHA, 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 40 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 C247 BHA registered?

C247 BHA is a 1986 Porsche 911, first registered on 16 April 1986.

Is C247 BHA safe to buy?

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