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A830 SCX

1984 Porsche 928 S

White Petrol 4700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

111,745 mi
Last recorded111,745 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2019
Typical for 1984 Porsche 928 S104,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA830 SCX
MakePorsche
Model928 S
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,700cc
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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2019 111,745 miles

General corrosion to suspension components underneath of vehicle

Fail 23 May 2015 111,745 miles

Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 May 2013 111,745 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 11 May 2012 111,748 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Inner Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil Leak from Engine

Fail 11 May 2012 111,745 miles

Nearside Inner Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Inner Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil Leak from Engine

Pass 12 May 2011 111,639 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 111,639 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 110,688 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 110,682 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Small split in both wiper blades

Fail 4 Oct 2008 110,655 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 108,565 miles

slight corrosion on nearside rear brake hose ferrule

slight corrosion on offside rear brake hose ferrule

slight play in nearside steering rack

Pass 3 Aug 2006 106,767 miles

advise slight dull headlight pattern on n/s but aim ok!!

advise slight steering rack end play n/s/f!!

Fail 7 Apr 2006 106,757 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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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A830 SCX is a 1984 Porsche 928 S in White with a 4,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 A830 SCX, 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 A830 SCX registered?

A830 SCX is a 1984 Porsche 928 S, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A830 SCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A830 SCX shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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