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C90 BYH

1985 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

144,882 mi
Last recorded144,882 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2023
Typical for 1985 Porsche 91199,183 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC90 BYH
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2023 144,882 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 144,882 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Shock absorber tunnel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 8 Sep 2022 144,882 miles

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Shock absorber tunnel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 144,840 miles

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

Signs of body corrosion.

Slight engine oil leak.

Pass 8 Sep 2020 144,750 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2019 144,381 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 14,403 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 143,488 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 143,238 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 142,863 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 142,453 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 141,810 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 140,942 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 139,305 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 139,303 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Fail 25 May 2010 139,302 miles

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

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 May 2009 137,861 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 137,852 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 May 2008 136,518 miles

Oil leak

Fail 27 May 2008 136,518 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 134,547 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 131,665 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 131,665 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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C90 BYH is a 1985 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C90 BYH, 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.

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C90 BYH is a 1985 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 August 1985.

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