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RSX 172J

1985 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

11,728 mi
Last recorded11,728 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2023
Typical for 1985 Porsche 91199,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Porsche
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSX 172J
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2023 11,728 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Sep 2023 11,728 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 11,728 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 11,416 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 11,101 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 10,478 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 8,726 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 8,705 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 8,540 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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RSX 172J is a 1985 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RSX 172J, 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 RSX 172J registered?

RSX 172J is a 1985 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is RSX 172J safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSX 172J shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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