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B1 UST

1988 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

60,540 mi
Last recorded60,540 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Porsche 91193,142 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB1 UST
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 60,540 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 60,496 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 60,445 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2021 60,367 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 60,203 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2019 60,188 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 60,175 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 59,933 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 59,933 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 59,828 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 59,368 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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B1 UST is a 1988 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 B1 UST, 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

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What year was B1 UST registered?

B1 UST is a 1988 Porsche 911, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is B1 UST safe to buy?

The MOT history for B1 UST shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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