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E999 GJN

1988 Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport

Red Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,472 mi
Last recorded49,472 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 1988 Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport88,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE999 GJN
MakePorsche
ModelCarrera Coupe Sport
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 49,472 miles

Nearside Front fog light not working

Pass 9 May 2019 48,562 miles

Nearside Front Tyre getting close to the limit

Pass 14 Jun 2018 48,562 miles

both front brakes binding slightly

Pass 23 Jun 2016 48,533 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

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

Fail 2 Jun 2016 48,531 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 47,772 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 47,047 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 45,311 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2008 44,988 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 44,988 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 May 2007 44,376 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 44,376 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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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E999 GJN is a 1988 Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport in Red with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E999 GJN, 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.

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What year was E999 GJN registered?

E999 GJN is a 1988 Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport, first registered on 29 April 1988.

Is E999 GJN safe to buy?

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