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C879 NGM

1985 Porsche Carrera

Blue Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

99,208 mi
Last recorded99,208 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Porsche Carrera95,801 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC879 NGM
MakePorsche
ModelCarrera
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc
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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 99,208 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 May 2025 99,208 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2025 99,208 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Fail 20 Feb 2025 99,208 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps not working (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 99,208 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 99,208 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 98,820 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 98,793 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 98,783 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2018 98,783 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2017 98,778 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2013 98,713 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 98,713 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 98,705 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 94,988 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 92,141 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 92,141 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 88,659 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 85,302 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 83,884 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Porsche Carrera?

Based on 6,223 MOT tests across 580 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
1,448
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 154
fog lamp not working 76
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 68
brake binding 59
position lamp(s) not working 57
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C879 NGM is a 1985 Porsche Carrera in Blue with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1985 Porsche Carrera models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 95,801 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Porsche Carrera fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C879 NGM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche Carrera typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 41 years old, this Porsche Carrera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C879 NGM registered?

C879 NGM is a 1985 Porsche Carrera, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C879 NGM safe to buy?

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