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F489 JNX

1989 Porsche 911

White Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

133,983 mi
Last recorded133,983 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Porsche 91183,894 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF489 JNX
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 133,983 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 133,681 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 133,373 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 131,980 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 131,406 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 130,605 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 129,418 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 128,548 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 128,025 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2017 128,025 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 126,474 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 124,503 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 123,308 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Sep 2013 122,184 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 120,459 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 118,608 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 116,189 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 113,352 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 110,171 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 106,408 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 101,388 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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F489 JNX is a 1989 Porsche 911 in White with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 F489 JNX, 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 F489 JNX?

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What year was F489 JNX registered?

F489 JNX is a 1989 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 January 1989.

Is F489 JNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F489 JNX shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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