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1989 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 3.6L Petrol · C6 DCH

C6 DCH

1989 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 (3.6L, petrol). First registered 01/11/1989. Recorded mileage 76,250 miles. MOT valid until 13/10/2026.

Make & Model
PORSCHE 911 CARRERA 4
Year / Origin
1989 · Cardiff
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 13/10/2026
Road Tax
Untaxed (01/06/2026)
Recorded Mileage
76,250 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 3.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 13/10/2026
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 01/06/2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
1989
Engine
3600cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 15 October 2025 at 76,250 miles with no recorded defects, indicating a stable and positive maintenance trend. The absence of advisories in the most recent inspection suggests that previous mechanical concerns have been addressed or resolved. This clean pass is a strong indicator of recent attention to the vehicle's roadworthiness, marking a clear improvement over the recurring minor issues noted in the preceding three years. With an average annual usage of approximately 2,061 miles over its 37-year lifespan, the vehicle displays a low-mileage profile consistent with a collector or weekend-use car. The mileage accumulation has remained remarkably consistent, with roughly 700 to 800 miles added annually between 2022 and 2025. This steady, low-intensity usage pattern is generally preferable to long periods of inactivity, as it suggests the drivetrain and seals have been exercised regularly rather than left to seize through prolonged storage. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on the engine bay and underside to investigate the history of oil leaks noted between 2022 and 2024. While these leaks were documented as non-excessive, the air-cooled flat-six engine requires careful scrutiny for weeping at the cylinder base gaskets or oil return tubes. Given the 2022 failure regarding anti-roll bar linkage dust covers, a thorough check of all suspension bushings and rubber gaiters is prudent, as these components perish with age regardless of low mileage. Confirm that the oil leak mentioned in previous tests has been rectified rather than merely cleaned for the purpose of the recent MOT.

C6 DCH Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 15/10/2025
  • 76,250 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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C6 DCH Mileage History

  1. 26/09/202273,991 mi
  2. 27/09/202273,991 mi
  3. 28/09/202374,768 mi+777 mi
  4. 01/10/202475,573 mi+805 mi
  5. 15/10/202576,250 mi+677 mi

Average of roughly 740 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

C6 DCH MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 28 Jun 2026, 13:35
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1989 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 (C6 DCH) between September 2022 and October 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 15 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.

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ADVISORY