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G653 MMR

1989 Porsche Carrera

Red Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

65,649 mi
Last recorded65,649 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Porsche Carrera86,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG653 MMR
MakePorsche
ModelCarrera
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 65,649 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 65,643 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 64,785 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 63,868 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 63,589 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 63,299 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 62,287 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 60,851 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 60,273 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 21 Jul 2016 59,473 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 5,930 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 59,011 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Jun 2016 59,011 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle washer bottle container (2.2.D.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 58,704 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 58,429 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 57,424 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 57,424 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 15 Apr 2009 56,264 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 56,264 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 54,821 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Apr 2007 52,812 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 51,229 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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G653 MMR is a 1989 Porsche Carrera in Red with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 G653 MMR, 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 G653 MMR registered?

G653 MMR is a 1989 Porsche Carrera, first registered on 17 August 1989.

Is G653 MMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G653 MMR shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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