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OSU 930

1985 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

67,156 mi
Last recorded67,156 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 1985 Porsche 91199,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSU 930
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 67,156 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2025 67,156 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 67,023 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 66,904 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 66,402 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 65,989 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 65,987 miles

Driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jul 2019 65,649 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 65,394 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 64,635 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 64,635 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 63,737 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 63,737 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 63,199 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 62,714 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 61,564 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 61,544 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

wiper blades deteriorating

Pass 22 May 2012 60,161 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 58,494 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 58,494 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 56,697 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 56,385 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 56,123 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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OSU 930 is a 1985 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 OSU 930, 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 OSU 930?

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What year was OSU 930 registered?

OSU 930 is a 1985 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 November 1985.

Is OSU 930 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OSU 930 shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OSU 930 have outstanding finance?

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