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C4 PWB

1989 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,198 mi
Last recorded119,198 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Porsche 91183,894 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC4 PWB
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 119,198 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2024 119,137 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread and date stamped 2003 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear tyre date stamped 2003

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

both front tyres date stamped 2003

under trays fitted

Pass 5 Nov 2020 119,110 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 15 Jun 2020 119,095 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Steering locking device missing trackrod end (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2011 119,013 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 118,804 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

advise fuel pipes corroded

advise oil leak from engine

Pass 13 Jul 2006 118,431 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 118,429 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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 PWB is a 1989 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PWB, 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 PWB registered?

C4 PWB is a 1989 Porsche 911, first registered on 7 November 1989.

Is C4 PWB safe to buy?

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