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B9 JRG

1989 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

88,404 mi
Last recorded88,404 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 1989 Porsche 91183,894 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB9 JRG
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 88,404 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 88,245 miles

Engine and under covers fitted

Pass 8 Feb 2024 88,028 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 87,794 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2022 87,602 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 86,899 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 86,110 miles

Engine and under covers fitted

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 85,704 miles

Engine and under covers fitted

Pass 13 Feb 2018 85,145 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 84,685 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2016 84,313 miles

Nearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 83,240 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 82,587 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Feb 2013 81,953 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 17 Feb 2012 81,144 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 80,305 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 79,356 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 78,420 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 78,420 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 77,609 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 76,620 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 73,760 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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B9 JRG is a 1989 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 B9 JRG, 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 B9 JRG registered?

B9 JRG is a 1989 Porsche 911, first registered on 18 January 1989.

Is B9 JRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B9 JRG shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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