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888 CG

1989 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,139 mi
Last recorded49,139 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Porsche 91183,894 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration888 CG
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,299cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 13 Oct 2025 49,139 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 48,568 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 47,610 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 46,949 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 46,025 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 45,370 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 44,406 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 43,599 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 42,821 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 42,082 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 40,766 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 40,435 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on edge

Pass 16 Apr 2013 39,956 miles

o/s n/s front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 10 Apr 2012 39,271 miles

rear tyres 2mm + front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 5 Apr 2011 37,908 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 36,194 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 34,299 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 32,364 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 31,950 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

front & rear brake discs deteriated

slight fluctuation on f/brakes on rbt

Pass 31 May 2006 30,146 miles

NS Windscreen washer needs attention.

oil leak

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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888 CG is a 1989 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 83,894 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 888 CG, 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 37 years old, this Porsche 911 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 888 CG registered?

888 CG is a 1989 Porsche 911, first registered on 3 August 1989.

Is 888 CG safe to buy?

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