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F40 SDT

1989 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

82,047 mi
Last recorded82,047 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2025
Typical for 1989 Porsche 91183,894 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF40 SDT
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2025 82,047 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 81,241 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 80,407 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 80,225 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 79,985 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 79,728 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 79,262 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 79,241 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 79,057 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2015 78,895 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 78,634 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 78,129 miles

NSR handbrake effort 50% of OSR

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

OSR outer cv boot split

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Sep 2013 78,124 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

NSR handbrake effort 50% of OSR

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

OSR outer cv boot split

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Sep 2012 77,678 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s hand brake is slower to operate and the performance is also lower .

Pass 7 Sep 2012 77,678 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s hand brake is slower to operate and the performance is also lower .

Pass 1 Sep 2011 76,497 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 74,416 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 74,197 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 73,813 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 73,798 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

slight free play in o/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 12 Mar 2007 73,248 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 73,235 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2006 71,244 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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F40 SDT is a 1989 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1989 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 83,894 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 F40 SDT, 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 F40 SDT registered?

F40 SDT is a 1989 Porsche 911, first registered on 30 March 1989.

Is F40 SDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F40 SDT shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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