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XRV 394

1988 Porsche Carrera

Red Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

99,354 mi
Last recorded99,354 miles
Recorded on14 May 2020
Typical for 1988 Porsche Carrera93,653 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRV 394
MakePorsche
ModelCarrera
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 May 2020 99,354 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 99,258 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 99,086 miles

both front tyres perrished

Fail 27 Oct 2017 99,069 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed perished sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

all tyres perrished

Pass 21 Oct 2016 98,425 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2016 98,423 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded door pillar (5.2.6)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 98,414 miles

Nearside Front brake slight bind

Nearside Rear brake slight bind

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive piller (5.2.6)

feul tank slight stain possible leak

Pass 4 Jul 2014 98,136 miles

both rear tyres slightly perished and split not down to cords

nearside front brake binding slightly

nearside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 15 May 2013 97,309 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 97,308 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 23 May 2012 96,459 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 23 May 2012 96,459 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 May 2011 95,784 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 94,501 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 93,237 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2005 92,949 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2005 92,949 miles

Brake pedal does not operate a brake fitted to each wheel (3.3.A.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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XRV 394 is a 1988 Porsche Carrera in Red with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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

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 XRV 394, 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

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What year was XRV 394 registered?

XRV 394 is a 1988 Porsche Carrera, first registered on 12 August 1988.

Is XRV 394 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRV 394 shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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