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KJS 121K

1988 Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport

Blue Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,030 mi
Last recorded7,030 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport88,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJS 121K
MakePorsche
ModelCarrera Coupe Sport
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 7,030 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Aug 2025 6,892 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2024
Pass 11 Mar 2023 105,719 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 105,551 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 105,551 miles

Dipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (1.7.4b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

Offside Steering retaining device missing Track rod end not pinned (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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KJS 121K is a 1988 Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport in Blue with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KJS 121K, 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

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What year was KJS 121K registered?

KJS 121K is a 1988 Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is KJS 121K safe to buy?

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