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E993 PAJ

1988 Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport

Red Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

143,647 mi
Last recorded143,647 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1988 Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport88,172 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE993 PAJ
MakePorsche
ModelCarrera Coupe Sport
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 143,647 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 142,892 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 142,053 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 141,641 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 140,536 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 139,831 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 139,533 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 138,082 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 136,350 miles

Nearside Rear Torsion bar attachment bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.E.4c)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 135,060 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 133,740 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 133,740 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 132,382 miles

Nearside rear drive shaft gaiter split.

Pass 3 Dec 2013 130,247 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 129,209 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 127,653 miles

o/s rear outer cv boot split

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s front brake pad sensor wire broken

Fail 12 Nov 2010 123,957 miles

Very slight uneven operation of rear brakes

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 123,957 miles

Very slight uneven operation of rear brakes

Pass 25 Nov 2009 121,001 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 118,703 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 114,844 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 109,617 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 109,524 miles

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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E993 PAJ is a 1988 Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport in Red with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 E993 PAJ, 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

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What year was E993 PAJ registered?

E993 PAJ is a 1988 Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport, first registered on 15 April 1988.

Is E993 PAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E993 PAJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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