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F891 RLO

1989 Porsche Carrera

Grey Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

112,513 mi
Last recorded112,513 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Porsche Carrera86,389 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF891 RLO
MakePorsche
ModelCarrera
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 112,513 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 112,487 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 117,399 miles

Nearside Front Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 6 Jun 2024 117,399 miles

Nearside Front Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2023 112,224 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 109,899 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 109,899 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 105,538 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 105,065 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 104,498 miles

both offside wheels slightly tight

Pass 29 Jun 2007 103,241 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 101,469 miles

How Reliable is the Porsche Carrera?

Based on 6,223 MOT tests across 580 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
1,448
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 154
fog lamp not working 76
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 68
brake binding 59
position lamp(s) not working 57
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F891 RLO is a 1989 Porsche Carrera in Grey with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Porsche Carrera models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 86,389 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche Carrera fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F891 RLO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche Carrera typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 37 years old, this Porsche Carrera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F891 RLO registered?

F891 RLO is a 1989 Porsche Carrera, first registered on 9 March 1989.

Is F891 RLO safe to buy?

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