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ESU 911

1989 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

110,979 mi
Last recorded110,979 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Porsche 91183,894 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESU 911
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 110,979 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 110,937 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 110,873 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 110,866 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 110,857 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 110,251 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 109,886 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 109,849 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 109,773 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 109,662 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2013 109,595 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 109,473 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front indicators white

rear indicator rear

slight play near side front wheel bearing

Pass 8 Mar 2010 107,460 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2009 105,120 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 104,731 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 29 Sep 2006 104,730 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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ESU 911 is a 1989 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 ESU 911, 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

How do I check the history of ESU 911?

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What year was ESU 911 registered?

ESU 911 is a 1989 Porsche 911, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is ESU 911 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESU 911 shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ESU 911 have outstanding finance?

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