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E439 LYW

1988 Porsche 911

Blue Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

146,112 mi
Last recorded146,112 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2026
Typical for 1988 Porsche 91193,142 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE439 LYW
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2026 146,112 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2025 145,956 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 145,862 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 145,862 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 145,832 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 145,560 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 145,274 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 145,160 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 144,979 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 144,204 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 144,204 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 143,402 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 142,097 miles

Neardside rear and offside rear flexi brake ferulles corroded

Nearside rear outer driveshaft gaiter damaged but still preventing the ingress of dirt

Pass 26 Mar 2011 141,193 miles

Both rear flexi brake pipe ferrules corroded

Pass 17 Mar 2010 138,427 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 133,135 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2008 131,749 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 131,439 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 130,838 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2006 130,838 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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E439 LYW is a 1988 Porsche 911 in Blue with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 E439 LYW, 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

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What year was E439 LYW registered?

E439 LYW is a 1988 Porsche 911, first registered on 9 June 1988.

Is E439 LYW safe to buy?

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