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A9 LVN

1988 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

44,802 mi
Last recorded44,802 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Porsche 91193,142 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 LVN
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 44,802 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 44,712 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded pipes and ferrule on tank corroded ()

O/S/F brake binding slightly.

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 44,451 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 44,259 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2021 43,830 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 43,811 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 43,298 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2018 43,298 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2017 43,032 miles

O/S/F brake binding slightly.

O/S/F shock absorber seems weak.

Pass 1 Jun 2016 42,906 miles

O/S/F brake binding slightly.

Pass 17 Mar 2015 42,459 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 42,419 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 42,414 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 41,567 miles

O/S/F brake binding slightly.

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 40,928 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 40,910 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 40,070 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 40,004 miles

Both front brake warning wires disconnected

N/S/F flexi hose ends slightly corroded

Pass 11 Apr 2008 39,488 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2008 39,488 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 39,164 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 38,979 miles

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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A9 LVN is a 1988 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1988 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 93,142 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 A9 LVN, 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 38 years old, this Porsche 911 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A9 LVN?

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What year was A9 LVN registered?

A9 LVN is a 1988 Porsche 911, first registered on 6 May 1988.

Is A9 LVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 LVN shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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