CarVerify

Free Car Check

F252 SYE

1989 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3164cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

106,791 mi
Last recorded106,791 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2023
Typical for 1989 Porsche 91183,894 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Porsche
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationF252 SYE
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2023 106,791 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 106,535 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play both side (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both side (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 106,440 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2020 106,440 miles

Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded all four (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 106,236 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 104,920 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 104,415 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 102,065 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 101,988 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2012

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 99,962 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2011 99,962 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 95,911 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 91,528 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 91,508 miles

Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear shock absorbers weak

Pass 30 Jun 2008 85,959 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 81,599 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 81,592 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

front & rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 10 Oct 2006 78,942 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
Full Porsche 911 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

F252 SYE is a 1989 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 F252 SYE, 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 F252 SYE?

You can check the full history of F252 SYE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was F252 SYE registered?

F252 SYE is a 1989 Porsche 911, first registered on 2 May 1989.

Is F252 SYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for F252 SYE shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F252 SYE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on F252 SYE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.