1985 Porsche Targa 3.2L Petrol · B651 RLN

This 1985 Porsche Targa demonstrates a stable maintenance trend with a clear record of compliance, culminating in a pass on 26 July 2025 at 124,481 miles with only a minor minor defect for an inoperative offside rear registration plate lamp. Past test failures have consistently involved minor electrical components and consumable items, such as a failed nearside rear direction indicator in August 2022 and headlamp aim and washer faults in August 2024, all of which were promptly rectified to secure test passes. The vehicle displays very light usage patterns over its forty-one-year lifespan, accumulating a modest total of 124,481 miles which averages out to roughly 3,036 miles annually. Mileage progression has been particularly stagnant in recent years, showing negligible distance covered between the August 2024 test at 124,458 miles and the July 2025 test. A significant historical gap exists between the June 2015 test at 122,101 miles and the August 2021 test at 122,147 miles, indicating the classic spent extended periods laid up in storage. A physical inspection must prioritise areas prone to deterioration during prolonged periods of inactivity, specifically looking for perished rubber in the braking system, suspension bushes, and window seals. Historical advisories from 2011 noted deteriorated rear brake hoses and marginal braking efficiency, meaning the entire hydraulic circuit and discs require careful scrutiny for fluid leaks or corrosion. The recurring historical notes regarding cracking tyres across multiple tests from 2013 to 2015 also highlight the need to verify the age and condition of the currently fitted rubber, as low-mileage classics frequently suffer from sidewall degradation long before the tread wears down.