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Porsche 944

Red · Petrol · 1989 · 2,969 cc

G511 RESMOT history

G511 RES is a red petrol Porsche 944 first used on 15 Sept 1989. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 62,556 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

G511 RES red Porsche 944 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche 944, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
62,556 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
576 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
G511 RES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
944
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,969 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
15 Sept 1989
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

G511 RES was last recorded at 62,556 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 480 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,076 miles · 28 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
480 miles
Average per year
576 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,556 miles
  • 2024 – 62,076 miles
  • 2023 – 61,311 miles
  • 2022 – 60,041 miles
  • 2020 – 59,745 miles
  • 2018 – 59,547 miles
  • 2017 – 58,488 miles
  • 2016 – 58,148 miles
  • 2015 – 58,140 miles
  • 2014 – 58,111 miles
  • 2013 – 57,346 miles
  • 2012 – 57,073 miles
  • 2011 – 56,141 miles
  • 2010 – 55,080 miles
  • 2009 – 53,801 miles
  • 2008 – 53,560 miles
  • 2007 – 52,394 miles
  • 2006 – 51,112 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,556 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre is 10 years old
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre is 10 years old

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.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Front Steering column universal joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

20 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,556 miles (+480)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    62,556 miles
    Test number
    463635682007
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre is 10 years old
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre is 10 years old

  2. Pass62,076 miles (+765)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    62,076 miles
    Test number
    187063185520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass61,311 miles (+1,270)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    61,311 miles
    Test number
    288045255467
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass60,041 miles (+52)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    60,041 miles
    Test number
    575118683219
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule O/S AND N/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront O/S AND N/S LOWER EDGES OF WINGS CORRODED

  5. Fail59,989 miles (+244)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,989 miles
    Test number
    807393100885
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both rear at t junction (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts and rear inner face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass59,745 miles (+198)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    59,745 miles
    Test number
    654710689277
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  7. Pass59,547 miles (+1,059)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    59,547 miles
    Test number
    655193347223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass58,488 miles (+340)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    58,488 miles
    Test number
    620490000104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass58,148 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    58,148 miles
    Test number
    170299993759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass58,140 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    58,140 miles
    Test number
    381310129501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,111 miles (+765)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    58,111 miles
    Test number
    899320434204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteSide/headlamp switch worn ? needs new switch ;

  12. Pass57,346 miles (+273)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    57,346 miles
    Test number
    245582333238
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  13. Pass57,073 miles (+932)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    57,073 miles
    Test number
    257618622274
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteAll brake discs rusty with lack of use ? advise to be checked after use ;

  14. Pass56,141 miles (+1,061)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    56,141 miles
    Test number
    459498871197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,080 miles (+1,279)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    55,080 miles
    Test number
    584860480135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,801 miles (+241)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    53,801 miles
    Test number
    501897049159
    • NoteBrakes all corroded with standing :?
    • NoteSlight play at o/s of s/rack ?

  17. Pass53,560 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    53,560 miles
    Test number
    330127778189
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRear brake back plates corroded and loose

  18. Fail53,560 miles (+1,166)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,560 miles
    Test number
    812100878126
    • FailureOffside Front Torsion bar attachment bracket fractured (2.4.E.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRear brake back plates corroded and loose

  19. Pass52,394 miles (+1,282)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    52,394 miles
    Test number
    454479257124
    • NoteSlight play at o/s of steering rack

  20. Pass51,112 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    51,112 miles
    Test number
    720173756116
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about G511 RES

Does G511 RES currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on G511 RES is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on G511 RES?
The MOT on G511 RES is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has G511 RES done?
G511 RES was recorded at 62,556 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 576 miles a year.
Has G511 RES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G511 RES has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on G511 RES 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 G511 RES find?
G511 RES passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre is 10 years old; offside rear tyre is 10 years old.

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