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Porsche 911

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 3,387 cc

T689 BGUMOT history

T689 BGU is a silver petrol Porsche 911 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 68,263 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Sept 2026
Mileage
68,263 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
452 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T689 BGU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
911
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,387 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T689 BGU was last recorded at 68,263 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 824 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Aug 2025: 67,439 miles, lower than 113,319 miles on 26 Sept 2024.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
67,439 miles · 26 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
824 miles
Average per year
452 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,263 miles
  • 2025 – 67,439 miles
  • 2024 – 113,319 miles
  • 2023 – 111,487 miles
  • 2016 – 110,903 miles
  • 2015 – 107,757 miles
  • 2014 – 105,447 miles
  • 2013 – 101,963 miles
  • 2012 – 98,386 miles
  • 2011 – 94,897 miles
  • 2010 – 90,542 miles
  • 2009 – 85,131 miles
  • 2008 – 77,943 miles
  • 2007 – 70,244 miles
  • 2006 – 59,033 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail68,263 miles
  • MajorNearside Direction indicator not working SIDE (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front brake pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both rear most arm ball joints

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail68,263 miles (+824)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,263 miles
    Test number
    644594315065
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator not working SIDE (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass67,439 miles (-45,880)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    67,439 miles
    Test number
    792051277767
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts on calipers and nearside front to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both rears (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass113,319 miles (+1,832)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    113,319 miles
    Test number
    411375472703
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass111,487 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    111,487 miles
    Test number
    147589846947
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both rear most arm ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail111,485 miles2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,485 miles
    Test number
    764451131954
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both rear most arm ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    147180292282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. FailMileage not read2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    324082715464
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested Due to burst pipe (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail110,903 miles (+3,146)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,903 miles
    Test number
    143821210750
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre has low tread depth
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre has low tread depth
    • AdvisoryParking brake has low effort

  9. Pass107,757 miles (+2,310)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    107,757 miles
    Test number
    315162397348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass105,447 miles (+3,484)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    105,447 miles
    Test number
    747096684250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass101,963 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    101,963 miles
    Test number
    649505503328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail101,962 miles (+3,576)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,962 miles
    Test number
    599653103386
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass98,386 miles (+3,489)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    98,386 miles
    Test number
    369638512366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass94,897 miles (+4,355)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    94,897 miles
    Test number
    776702431377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass90,542 miles (+5,411)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    90,542 miles
    Test number
    702035210358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass85,131 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    85,131 miles
    Test number
    291934999272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail85,131 miles (+7,188)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,131 miles
    Test number
    324564699226
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass77,943 miles (+7,699)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    77,943 miles
    Test number
    152816678291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,244 miles (+223)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    70,244 miles
    Test number
    721539417337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass70,021 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    70,021 miles
    Test number
    400314297046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail70,021 miles (+10,988)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,021 miles
    Test number
    163044097448
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  22. Pass59,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    59,033 miles
    Test number
    700448886074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail59,033 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,033 miles
    Test number
    640437886004
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about T689 BGU

Does T689 BGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T689 BGU expired on 25 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T689 BGU?
The MOT on T689 BGU expired on 25 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T689 BGU done?
T689 BGU was recorded at 68,263 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 452 miles a year.
Has T689 BGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T689 BGU has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T689 BGU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Aug 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T689 BGU find?
T689 BGU failed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with 6 major defects: nearside direction indicator not working side; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn, and 3 more.

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