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E430 FTM

1988 Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport

Blue Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

81,159 mi
Last recorded81,159 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 1988 Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport88,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE430 FTM
MakePorsche
ModelCarrera Coupe Sport
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 81,159 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 81,121 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 81,094 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 81,013 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 80,868 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 80,344 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2017 80,343 miles

Front Braking system leaking T piece area (3.6.A.1)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 80,290 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 80,184 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 79,884 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 79,502 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 79,280 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 78,542 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 78,015 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 77,149 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 76,409 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 76,084 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 75,055 miles

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

How Reliable is the Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport?

Based on 2,800 MOT tests across 197 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
720
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
197
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 71
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 62
fog lamp not working 51
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 51
Headlamp aim too low 34
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E430 FTM is a 1988 Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport in Blue with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1988 Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 88,172 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E430 FTM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 38 years old, this Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E430 FTM?

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What year was E430 FTM registered?

E430 FTM is a 1988 Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport, first registered on 23 June 1988.

Is E430 FTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E430 FTM shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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