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911 JF

1988 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

96,543 mi
Last recorded96,543 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Porsche 91193,142 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration911 JF
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,299cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 96,543 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 96,326 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 96,281 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2023 96,274 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 95,978 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 95,256 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 94,658 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 94,266 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 93,452 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 92,392 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 90,667 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 88,915 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 85,886 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 83,618 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 83,512 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 81,103 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 80,276 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 79,087 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 78,349 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2008 78,348 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fail 15 Feb 2007 77,266 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 77,266 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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911 JF is a 1988 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1988 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 93,142 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 911 JF, 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 38 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 911 JF?

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What year was 911 JF registered?

911 JF is a 1988 Porsche 911, first registered on 8 March 1988.

Is 911 JF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 911 JF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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