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A8 PAV

1987 Porsche 924

Red Petrol 2479cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

31,585 mi
Last recorded31,585 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 1987 Porsche 92454,485 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 PAV
MakePorsche
Model924
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,479cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 31,585 miles

Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 31,548 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2023 31,548 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 31,439 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2022 31,439 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 31,298 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2021 31,298 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 31,176 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 30,948 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 30,948 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 30,399 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 29,865 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 28,878 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 27,853 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 25,563 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 May 2012 24,592 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 23,481 miles

all brake pipes have slight surface corrosion

both rear tyres are perishing / cracking on sidewalls

rear discs have slight surface corrosion

Fail 3 May 2011 23,491 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

all brake pipes have slight surface corrosion

both rear tyres are perishing / cracking on sidewalls

rear discs have slight surface corrosion

Pass 9 Apr 2010 22,683 miles

both rear tyres shows signs of cracking in sidewalls

nail in offside rear tyre

rear disc shows signs of slight corrosion

Pass 31 Mar 2009 21,444 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 21,370 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 21,241 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 21,060 miles

How Reliable is the Porsche 924?

Based on 35,116 MOT tests across 4,101 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
672
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
4,101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,423
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,413
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,220
brake binding 1,027
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 893
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A8 PAV is a 1987 Porsche 924 in Red with a 2,479cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1987 Porsche 924 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 54,485 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche 924 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 2,423 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A8 PAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 924 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 39 years old, this Porsche 924 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A8 PAV registered?

A8 PAV is a 1987 Porsche 924, first registered on 25 March 1987.

Is A8 PAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 PAV 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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