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RDE 54

1988 Porsche Carrera

Red Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

156,506 mi
Last recorded156,506 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1988 Porsche Carrera93,653 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRDE 54
MakePorsche
ModelCarrera
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2026 156,506 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 156,246 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 155,594 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 154,961 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 152,629 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 152,305 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 152,081 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 149,227 miles

How Reliable is the Porsche Carrera?

Based on 6,223 MOT tests across 580 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
1,448
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 154
fog lamp not working 76
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 68
brake binding 59
position lamp(s) not working 57
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RDE 54 is a 1988 Porsche Carrera in Red with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Porsche Carrera models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 93,653 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche Carrera fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RDE 54, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche Carrera typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 38 years old, this Porsche Carrera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RDE 54?

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What year was RDE 54 registered?

RDE 54 is a 1988 Porsche Carrera, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is RDE 54 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RDE 54 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RDE 54 have outstanding finance?

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