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A228 XGK

1984 Porsche 928 S

Red Petrol 4957cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

89,585 mi
Last recorded89,585 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2007
Typical for 1984 Porsche 928 S104,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA228 XGK
MakePorsche
Model928 S
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,957cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2007 89,585 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

dampness around brake master cylinder

front number plate damaged

movement in both front steering rack joints

offside front outer wheel rim damaged

steering rack mounts spongy

Fail 20 Mar 2007 89,542 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Dampness around brake master cylinder.

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front number plate damaged.

Movement in both front inner trackrod joints under load.

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Outer Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Steering rack mountings/bushes have slight movement.

Pass 21 Mar 2006 85,846 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2005 85,326 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

advise front number plate is cracked

How Reliable is the Porsche 928 S?

Based on 20,949 MOT tests across 1,961 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
700
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
1,961
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 751
Headlamp aim too low 593
fog lamp not working 553
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 531
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 365
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A228 XGK is a 1984 Porsche 928 S in Red with a 4,957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1984 Porsche 928 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 104,694 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 928 S fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 751 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A228 XGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 928 S typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 42 years old, this Porsche 928 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A228 XGK registered?

A228 XGK is a 1984 Porsche 928 S, first registered on 29 August 1984.

Is A228 XGK safe to buy?

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