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911 REB

1989 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

36,019 mi
Last recorded36,019 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Porsche 91183,894 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration911 REB
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 36,019 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 36,003 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 35,946 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 35,931 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 35,926 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 35,921 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 35,916 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 35,912 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 35,901 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front HEAD LAMP AJUSTER DEFECTIVE INOPROTIVE

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Oil leak ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 15 Jul 2016 35,900 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front HEAD LAMP AJUSTER DEFECTIVE INOPROTIVE

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Oil leak ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 29 Apr 2015 35,895 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 35,875 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 35,814 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 35,803 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 35,783 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 35,648 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 34,466 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 34,466 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 31,712 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 31,146 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 30,156 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 REB is a 1989 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 911 REB, 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 911 REB registered?

911 REB is a 1989 Porsche 911, first registered on 4 August 1989.

Is 911 REB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 911 REB shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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