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Porsche 911

Blue · Petrol · 1989 · 3,600 cc

78 FERMOT history

78 FER is a blue petrol Porsche 911 first used on 31 Dec 1989. Its MOT is valid until 12 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 114,499 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

78 FER blue Porsche 911 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche 911, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Mar 2027
Mileage
114,499 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,318 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
78 FER
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Porsche
Model
911
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
31 Dec 1989
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

78 FER was last recorded at 114,499 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 1,544 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,955 miles · 2 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
1,544 miles
Average per year
1,318 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,499 miles
  • 2021 – 112,955 miles
  • 2020 – 112,733 miles
  • 2019 – 112,656 miles
  • 2018 – 112,654 miles
  • 2017 – 112,565 miles
  • 2015 – 112,223 miles
  • 2014 – 110,920 miles
  • 2013 – 109,886 miles
  • 2012 – 108,213 miles
  • 2011 – 106,186 miles
  • 2010 – 103,479 miles
  • 2009 – 98,630 miles
  • 2008 – 90,759 miles
  • 2007 – 89,646 miles
  • 2006 – 88,841 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,499 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 21 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    114,499 miles
    Test number
    769112667106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail114,499 miles (+1,544)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,499 miles
    Test number
    482240950947
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass112,955 miles (+222)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    112,955 miles
    Test number
    735008295470
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass112,733 miles (+77)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    112,733 miles
    Test number
    816992859726
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass112,656 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    112,656 miles
    Test number
    548307377080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail112,654 miles (+89)4 dangerous6 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,654 miles
    Test number
    222012738418
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass112,565 miles (+342)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    112,565 miles
    Test number
    635040160735
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  8. Pass112,223 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    112,223 miles
    Test number
    459888325196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  9. Fail112,222 miles (+1,302)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,222 miles
    Test number
    246204505466
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  10. Pass110,920 miles (+1,034)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    110,920 miles
    Test number
    685890864167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass109,886 miles (+1,673)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    109,886 miles
    Test number
    807413473180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass108,213 miles (+2,027)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    108,213 miles
    Test number
    225367462407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass106,186 miles (+2,707)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    106,186 miles
    Test number
    339492161154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass103,479 miles (+4,849)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    103,479 miles
    Test number
    401133160184
    • NoteAdvise slight play o/s/f hub area

  15. Pass98,630 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    98,630 miles
    Test number
    992059359179
    • NoteAll shock absorbers corroded
    • NoteEngine tin wear corroding away
    • NoteExhaust heat shiled slightly loose
    • NoteN/s/r and o/s/r brake pipe ferrules corroded
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/f brake pipe ferrules corroded
    • NoteOil leak on engine

  16. Fail98,630 miles (+7,871)2 failures8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,630 miles
    Test number
    744377349145
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll shock absorbers corroded
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteEngine tin wear corroding away
    • NoteExhaust heat shiled slightly loose
    • NoteHandbrake cables collapsing
    • NoteN/s/r and o/s/r brake pipe ferrules corroded
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/f brake pipe ferrules corroded
    • NoteOil leak on engine

  17. Pass90,759 miles (+1,113)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    90,759 miles
    Test number
    552938948131
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass89,646 miles (+805)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    89,646 miles
    Test number
    973918997147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass88,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    88,841 miles
    Test number
    334164766420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 78 FER

What vehicle is registration 78 FER currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 78 FER on a blue petrol Porsche 911 first used on 31 Dec 1989. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 78 FER currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 78 FER is valid until 12 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on 78 FER?
The MOT on 78 FER is valid until 12 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 78 FER done?
78 FER was recorded at 114,499 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 1,318 miles a year.
Has 78 FER ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 78 FER has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on 78 FER ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 78 FER find?
78 FER passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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