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D121 NDV

1985 Porsche 911

Beige Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

51,481 mi
Last recorded51,481 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1985 Porsche 91199,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD121 NDV
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 51,481 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 50,832 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 50,504 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 49,506 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 48,763 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 48,696 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 48,601 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 48,086 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 48,055 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2017 46,639 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

all four tyres perishing

Pass 10 Sep 2015 46,243 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 44,491 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 43,253 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 43,252 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 42,796 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 42,324 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 41,965 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 41,502 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 40,976 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 40,529 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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D121 NDV is a 1985 Porsche 911 in Beige with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 D121 NDV, 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 D121 NDV registered?

D121 NDV is a 1985 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is D121 NDV safe to buy?

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