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A9 JOY

1989 Porsche 911

Grey Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

68,197 mi
Last recorded68,197 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

RegistrationA9 JOY
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Fail 4 Dec 2025 68,197 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability bracket missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225//50//16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225//50//16 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear been undersealed

Pass 26 Nov 2024 67,720 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 67,281 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 65,990 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 65,650 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 65,338 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 65,191 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 64,836 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 64,643 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 64,309 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 63,881 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 63,080 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 62,447 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

exhaust system slightly corroded

front wipers poor

under body etc coated in anticorrosion coating

Pass 20 Oct 2011 61,185 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2010 59,849 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 58,486 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 56,414 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 54,672 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 53,450 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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A9 JOY is a 1989 Porsche 911 in Grey with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 A9 JOY, 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 A9 JOY registered?

A9 JOY is a 1989 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 January 1989.

Is A9 JOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 JOY shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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