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F200 EBV

1988 Porsche Carrera Targa Sport

Red Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

135,443 mi
Last recorded135,443 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 Porsche Carrera Targa Sport100,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF200 EBV
MakePorsche
ModelCarrera Targa Sport
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 135,443 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 135,427 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 135,375 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 135,265 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 135,248 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 135,204 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 134,804 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 134,611 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 133,744 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 133,609 miles

brakes a little sticky

Pass 5 Mar 2011 132,605 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 130,751 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 124,244 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 121,146 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 121,146 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 116,124 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 112,281 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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F200 EBV is a 1988 Porsche Carrera Targa Sport in Red with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 F200 EBV, 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 F200 EBV registered?

F200 EBV is a 1988 Porsche Carrera Targa Sport, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F200 EBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F200 EBV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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