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C4 HYA

1989 Porsche 911

White Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

88,054 mi
Last recorded88,054 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Porsche 91183,894 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC4 HYA
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 88,054 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2026 88,045 miles

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2025 87,145 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2024 86,393 miles

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

Fail 5 Feb 2024 86,393 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2023 85,305 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 84,232 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2020 83,128 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 82,378 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 81,376 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 23 Nov 2018 81,369 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced at bumper mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Jun 2017 81,035 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 31 May 2016 80,564 miles

oil leaks at engine

Pass 8 Jun 2015 79,817 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 May 2015 79,816 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Oil leak

Pass 21 May 2014 79,047 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 16 May 2014 79,039 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 20 May 2013 78,643 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 May 2012 78,097 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 20 May 2011 77,121 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 77,121 miles

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

n/s rear outer cv boot torn.

Pass 14 May 2010 75,537 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 73,678 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 71,521 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 71,521 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 May 2007 70,027 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 67,884 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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C4 HYA is a 1989 Porsche 911 in White with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 C4 HYA, 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 C4 HYA registered?

C4 HYA is a 1989 Porsche 911, first registered on 21 October 1989.

Is C4 HYA safe to buy?

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