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E671 VEA

1988 Porsche Carrera Targa Sport

White Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

60,561 mi
Last recorded60,561 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 1988 Porsche Carrera Targa Sport100,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE671 VEA
MakePorsche
ModelCarrera Targa Sport
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 60,561 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 59,726 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 59,434 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 58,724 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 57,797 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 57,789 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 56,678 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 54,406 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 53,463 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 53,408 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 51,719 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 50,454 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 48,394 miles

How Reliable is the Porsche Carrera Targa Sport?

Based on 1,882 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

78.3%
Pass Rate
672
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 67
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 63
fog lamp not working 57
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 41
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34
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E671 VEA is a 1988 Porsche Carrera Targa Sport in White with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1988 Porsche Carrera Targa Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 100,576 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche Carrera Targa Sport fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 67 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E671 VEA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E671 VEA registered?

E671 VEA is a 1988 Porsche Carrera Targa Sport, first registered on 22 April 1988.

Is E671 VEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E671 VEA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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