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C489 WKS

1985 Porsche 911

White Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

153,703 mi
Last recorded153,703 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1985 Porsche 91199,183 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC489 WKS
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 153,703 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 153,494 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 152,883 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 150,256 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 150,214 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2018 148,633 miles

some brake judder N/S/F

Fail 16 Jul 2018 148,633 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

some brake judder N/S/F

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 143,840 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 140,922 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2013 140,911 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2012 137,107 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2011 134,057 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 133,204 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 132,536 miles

n/s washer jet froze,

Pass 21 May 2008 131,763 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 130,829 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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C489 WKS is a 1985 Porsche 911 in White with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 C489 WKS, 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 C489 WKS registered?

C489 WKS is a 1985 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 August 1985.

Is C489 WKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C489 WKS shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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