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THE 911A

1985 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

34,453 mi
Last recorded34,453 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Porsche 91199,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTHE 911A
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,299cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 34,453 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 34,439 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 34,363 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 34,351 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 34,340 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 34,325 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 34,309 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 34,238 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 33,919 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 7 Mar 2017 33,918 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose exposed to excessive heat (3.6.B.4f)

Nearside Rear handbrake cable exposed to heat

Oil leak multiple ()

Pass 11 Mar 2016 33,684 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 33,447 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 32,701 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 32,282 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 32,182 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 31,987 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 31,736 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 31,329 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 30,054 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 29,756 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 29,271 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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THE 911A is a 1985 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 THE 911A, 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 THE 911A?

You can check the full history of THE 911A by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was THE 911A registered?

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

Is THE 911A safe to buy?

The MOT history for THE 911A shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does THE 911A have outstanding finance?

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