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A911 OCW

1989 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

92,674 mi
Last recorded92,674 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 1989 Porsche 91183,894 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA911 OCW
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 92,674 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 92,303 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 91,983 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2014 91,835 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2014 91,835 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 91,458 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 91,456 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 90,810 miles

Oil leak

Fail 29 Jun 2012 90,810 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 90,190 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 90,182 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 89,027 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2008 88,935 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front anti roll bar bushes worn slightly

nearside rear brake binding slightly

slight engine oil leaks

Pass 1 Aug 2007 85,772 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 76,256 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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A911 OCW is a 1989 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A911 OCW, 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 A911 OCW registered?

A911 OCW is a 1989 Porsche 911, first registered on 7 February 1989.

Is A911 OCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A911 OCW shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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