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GDZ 425

1986 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

97,693 mi
Last recorded97,693 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 1986 Porsche 91198,737 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDZ 425
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 97,693 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2025 97,646 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 97,267 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2023 96,950 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 96,424 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2021 95,245 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2020 94,544 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2019 93,683 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

oil pressure switch leaking oil onto exhaust at time of test.(o/s/r of engine).

Fail 4 Apr 2019 93,680 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

oil pressure switch leaking oil onto exhaust at time of test.(o/s/r of engine).

Pass 21 Feb 2018 93,426 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2018 93,425 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 93,425 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2016 93,425 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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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GDZ 425 is a 1986 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 GDZ 425, 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

How do I check the history of GDZ 425?

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What year was GDZ 425 registered?

GDZ 425 is a 1986 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is GDZ 425 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GDZ 425 shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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