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179 JH

1990 Porsche 911

Red Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

122,560 mi
Last recorded122,560 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Porsche 91199,078 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration179 JH
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 122,560 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 122,451 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security surface corrosion on rear jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security surface corrosion on rear jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 122,342 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 122,260 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 122,007 miles

convertible roof will not close

Pass 24 Jul 2020 121,787 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 121,786 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Pass 24 May 2019 121,630 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

power steering oil leak level ok

Pass 1 Jun 2018 121,468 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 121,468 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2017 121,363 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 121,353 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jun 2013 121,321 miles

front brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 11 May 2012 120,896 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 120,482 miles

front tyre req soon

Pass 22 Jul 2008 119,746 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

wiper blades req att soon

Pass 11 Aug 2006 119,115 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 119,046 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

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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179 JH is a 1990 Porsche 911 in Red with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1990 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 99,078 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 179 JH, 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 36 years old, this Porsche 911 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 179 JH?

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What year was 179 JH registered?

179 JH is a 1990 Porsche 911, first registered on 24 August 1990.

Is 179 JH safe to buy?

The MOT history for 179 JH shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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