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C26 EUV

1986 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

142,942 mi
Last recorded142,942 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1986 Porsche 91198,737 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC26 EUV
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 142,942 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 141,606 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 141,218 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2023 141,218 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 139,951 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2022 139,948 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure nut missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure nut missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 139,686 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 139,686 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 139,686 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 139,686 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 139,686 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 138,195 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 136,442 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 134,839 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 133,596 miles

Nearside Front Fuel hose slightly chafed (7.2.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

corrosion to n/s/f inner wing

Pass 8 Sep 2012 132,096 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 130,922 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 129,756 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 128,467 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 127,265 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 125,705 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 124,066 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 124,062 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 124,018 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 124,018 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

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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C26 EUV is a 1986 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 C26 EUV, 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

How do I check the history of C26 EUV?

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What year was C26 EUV registered?

C26 EUV is a 1986 Porsche 911, first registered on 18 April 1986.

Is C26 EUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C26 EUV shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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