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EBZ 242

1985 Porsche 911

White Other 3164cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2024
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,196 mi
Last recorded97,196 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2025
Typical for 1985 Porsche 91199,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Porsche
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEBZ 242
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typeOther
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 Mar 2025 97,196 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 96,594 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 96,339 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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EBZ 242 is a 1985 Porsche 911 in White with a 3,164cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EBZ 242, 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

How do I check the history of EBZ 242?

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What year was EBZ 242 registered?

EBZ 242 is a 1985 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is EBZ 242 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EBZ 242 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EBZ 242 have outstanding finance?

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