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F253 MRA

1989 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,180 mi
Last recorded34,180 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Porsche 91183,894 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF253 MRA
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2026 34,180 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 34,156 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 34,093 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 33,856 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 33,819 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 33,749 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 33,579 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 33,163 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 28,447 miles

Signs of fuel leak on tank

Pass 5 Jun 2015 27,499 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 26,070 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 25,027 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 24,528 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 24,033 miles

rear tyres 3mm front tyres wearing edges

Pass 15 Jun 2010 21,040 miles

offside and nearside front tyres getting worn on inside of tread

Pass 31 Jul 2009 20,509 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 19,103 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 16,950 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 16,807 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 15,372 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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F253 MRA is a 1989 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F253 MRA, 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 F253 MRA registered?

F253 MRA is a 1989 Porsche 911, first registered on 23 May 1989.

Is F253 MRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F253 MRA shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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