1989 PORSCHE 9113.2L Petrol

The 1989 Porsche 911 presents a stable and well-maintained roadworthiness record, with its most recent MOT on 18 July 2025 passing at 115,933 miles. The maintenance trend is broadly stable, though the latest test introduced two minor advisories that were absent in the preceding four consecutive clean passes. The offside rear wheel bearing showing slight play and the nearside rear brake slight bind are not immediate failures, but they signal the onset of wear that warrants monitoring. Prior to this, the car achieved four straight passes with zero defects from March 2021 through June 2024, indicating consistent mechanical care over that four-year window. The mileage pattern tells a clear story of very light use. Across the five recorded MOT entries spanning March 2021 to July 2025, the odometer advanced just 327 miles, from 115,606 to 115,933. That is barely 80 miles per year over the last four and a half years. For a 37-year-old classic with a total of 115,933 miles, the annualised average sits around 3,133 miles, which is well below typical use. Such low annual accumulation raises the possibility of long periods standing still, which can introduce its own concerns around deteriorated rubber components, stale fuel, and moisture ingress into mechanical systems, even if the MOT record itself remains clean. Buyers should pay particular attention to the rear axle area given the advisories in the most recent test. The offside rear wheel bearing with slight play is a progressive fault. Left unattended, it will worsen and could eventually compromise wheel security. The nearside rear brake slight bind suggests a sticking caliper or collapsed brake hose, which will generate uneven heat, accelerate pad wear, and potentially warp the disc. Both items are repairable but should be inspected in person with the rear wheels removed to assess the true condition of the bearing race and caliper slide mechanism. Beyond the flagged items, a thorough inspection of the chassis and body mountings is advisable on any air-cooled 911 of this age, regardless of mileage. Low-use vehicles can suffer hidden corrosion in sills, front pans, and rear floor sections if stored in damp conditions. Suspension bushes, ball joints, and exhaust mounts should be checked for perished rubber, as age degrades these components independently of mileage. The clean MOT history is encouraging, but a hands-on mechanical inspection remains essential before purchase.