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C917 SPF

1986 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

71,745 mi
Last recorded71,745 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2022
Typical for 1986 Porsche 91198,737 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC917 SPF
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2022 71,745 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 71,212 miles

Front speed and load ratings missing from tyres on front axle

Pass 2 May 2019 70,462 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 69,943 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 69,943 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both (1.8)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 69,124 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 68,879 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 68,142 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 68,142 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 67,763 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 66,888 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 66,029 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 64,001 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2010 63,886 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 62,170 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 61,617 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 61,617 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Aug 2007 59,798 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 55,228 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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C917 SPF is a 1986 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 C917 SPF, 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 C917 SPF registered?

C917 SPF is a 1986 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 February 1986.

Is C917 SPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C917 SPF shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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