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LHB 485L

1972 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

20,360 mi
Last recorded20,360 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 1972 Porsche 91142,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHB 485L
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 20,360 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2025 20,359 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 19,804 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 18,995 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 18,480 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 18,278 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 18,256 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 18,356 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 18,195 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 18,194 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 18,193 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 18,049 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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LHB 485L is a 1972 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1972 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 42,282 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 LHB 485L, 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 54 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 LHB 485L?

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What year was LHB 485L registered?

LHB 485L is a 1972 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 April 1972.

Is LHB 485L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LHB 485L shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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