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F431 UPC

1988 Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport

Red Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

45,063 mi
Last recorded45,063 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 1988 Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport88,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF431 UPC
MakePorsche
ModelCarrera Coupe Sport
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc
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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 45,063 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 44,863 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 44,528 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 43,929 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 43,905 miles

Vehicle undersealed. Limited vision to fully inspect & examine condition of some underside components.

Fail 5 Mar 2020 43,905 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Vehicle undersealed. Limited vision to fully inspect & examine condition of some underside components.

Pass 22 May 2018 43,843 miles

Vehicle undersealed. Limited vision to fully examine condition of chassis/components etc

Fail 22 May 2018 43,843 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Vehicle undersealed. Limited vision to fully examine condition of chassis/components etc

Pass 19 May 2017 43,759 miles

Brake servo pipe corroded but not leaking, under vehicle at rear of floor.

Pass 27 May 2016 43,649 miles

Minor corrosion to steering and suspension components

Nearside Front Wheel baring slightly noisy

Pass 29 May 2015 43,483 miles

Handbrake noisy on application due to lack of use

Underbody heavily undersealed

Pass 21 May 2014 43,455 miles

Vehicle underside heavily waxoyled

Wipers smeary on screen

Fail 21 May 2014 43,455 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Vehicle underside heavily waxoyled

Wipers smeary on screen

Pass 7 May 2013 43,321 miles

Slight engine oil leaks from cam covers onto exhaust

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust in very poor condition and slightly leaking

Slight binding on all brakes (recommend stripping / lubrication )

Under body components suffering with surface corrosion and reccommend underbody treatment as soon as posssible

Pass 8 May 2012 43,016 miles

corrosion in exhaust

oil leaks onto and around exhaust area

slight exhaust blows

Pass 3 May 2011 42,737 miles

slight exhaust blows

Pass 4 May 2010 42,560 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 42,278 miles

General fixtures and fittings underside getting corroded

Oil cooler pipes from front to rear getting corroded (Very bad across engine)

Rear exhaust joints getting corroded

Slight binding to front brakes

Pass 23 Apr 2008 41,754 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 41,584 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 41,584 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 41,386 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 41,386 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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F431 UPC 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 78.3%.

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 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 F431 UPC, 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

How do I check the history of F431 UPC?

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What year was F431 UPC registered?

F431 UPC is a 1988 Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F431 UPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F431 UPC shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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