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HGC 985J

1983 Porsche 911

Orange Petrol 2195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

33,758 mi
Last recorded33,758 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 1983 Porsche 91197,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGC 985J
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1983
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,195cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 33,758 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 33,758 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 33,758 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 33,758 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 33,757 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 33,757 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 33,754 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 32,546 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 32,545 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 30,821 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 28,082 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 24,006 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 18,959 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 18,375 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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HGC 985J is a 1983 Porsche 911 in Orange with a 2,195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1983 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 97,048 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 HGC 985J, 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 43 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 HGC 985J registered?

HGC 985J is a 1983 Porsche 911, first registered on 28 July 1983.

Is HGC 985J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGC 985J shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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