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RED 911M

1988 Porsche Carrera

Red Petrol 3164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

98,540 mi
Last recorded98,540 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Porsche Carrera93,653 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRED 911M
MakePorsche
ModelCarrera
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,164cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 98,540 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 98,287 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 98,174 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 98,110 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 98,071 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 97,615 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 97,567 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 97,555 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 96,950 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 96,615 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 96,606 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 96,287 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 95,624 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 95,574 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 94,641 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 93,515 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 92,716 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 92,716 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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RED 911M is a 1988 Porsche Carrera in Red with a 3,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 RED 911M, 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 RED 911M?

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What year was RED 911M registered?

RED 911M is a 1988 Porsche Carrera, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is RED 911M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RED 911M shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RED 911M have outstanding finance?

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