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JXI 8948

1985 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

228,853 mi
Last recorded228,853 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2014
Typical for 1985 Porsche 91199,183 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJXI 8948
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,125cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2014 228,853 miles

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

n/s rear brake is binding slightly, furhter attention is advised!

o/s front wheel bearing is showing signs of wear, replacement is advised!

Pass 24 Jul 2013 228,376 miles

Nearside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

n/s rear tyre is splitting on the side wall

Pass 28 Jul 2012 228,070 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2012 228,064 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Jan 2007 225,513 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2007 225,513 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2006 196,397 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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JXI 8948 is a 1985 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 JXI 8948, 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.

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What year was JXI 8948 registered?

JXI 8948 is a 1985 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is JXI 8948 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JXI 8948 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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