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RGW 2A

1985 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

74,866 mi
Last recorded74,866 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1985 Porsche 91199,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGW 2A
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 74,866 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2026 74,865 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 74,371 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 73,990 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 73,246 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 72,634 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2021 72,634 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 72,197 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 71,800 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Jun 2019 71,800 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 71,551 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 71,144 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 70,033 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 69,335 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 69,206 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 69,077 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 68,709 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 68,414 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 67,736 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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RGW 2A is a 1985 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 RGW 2A, 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

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What year was RGW 2A registered?

RGW 2A is a 1985 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is RGW 2A safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGW 2A shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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