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XJB 988L

1987 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

108,251 mi
Last recorded108,251 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1987 Porsche 91195,992 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJB 988L
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 108,251 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 106,588 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 103,954 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 100,843 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 98,279 miles

Rear both rear tyres have slight cracking in tread.

Pass 20 Apr 2021 97,070 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 96,392 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 95,180 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 94,705 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 93,771 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 93,329 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 93,084 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 93,084 miles

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 92,814 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 92,184 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 91,562 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2010 91,562 miles

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Front number plate in such a place is difficult to see up close

Pass 3 Jan 2009 89,266 miles

lock to lock check exposes a slightly rubbing near side front brake hose

lock to lock check exposes a slightly rubbing off side front brake hose

Fail 2 Jan 2009 89,256 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

lock to lock check exposes a slightly rubbing near side front brake hose

lock to lock check exposes a slightly rubbing off side front brake hose

Pass 1 Aug 2007 87,982 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 86,452 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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XJB 988L is a 1987 Porsche 911 in Silver with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1987 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 95,992 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 XJB 988L, 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 39 years old, this Porsche 911 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XJB 988L?

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What year was XJB 988L registered?

XJB 988L is a 1987 Porsche 911, first registered on 5 August 1987.

Is XJB 988L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJB 988L shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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