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C89 JRL

1986 Porsche 911

Green Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

165,458 mi
Last recorded165,458 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2023
Typical for 1986 Porsche 91198,737 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC89 JRL
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2023 165,458 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2023 165,458 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 165,458 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 165,453 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 165,453 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2020 165,453 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2019 165,452 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 164,928 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 164,440 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 163,741 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 162,526 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 162,106 miles

oil leaking from offside front oil cooler

Fail 5 Feb 2013 162,106 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

oil leaking from offside front oil cooler

Pass 4 Feb 2012 161,404 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 160,890 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2011 160,890 miles

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 May 2010 159,672 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 159,769 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 158,027 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 157,016 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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C89 JRL is a 1986 Porsche 911 in Green with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1986 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 98,737 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 C89 JRL, 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 40 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 C89 JRL registered?

C89 JRL is a 1986 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C89 JRL safe to buy?

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