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BFW 37W

1980 Porsche 924

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,347 mi
Last recorded52,347 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2014
Typical for 1980 Porsche 92459,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFW 37W
MakePorsche
Model924
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2014 52,347 miles

fuel pipes corroded

n/s/f tyre perished

n/s/r tyre perished

Fail 1 Mar 2014 52,309 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

fuel pipes corroded

n/s/f tyre perished

n/s/r tyre perished

Offside Rear Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 52,190 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2011 52,151 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 51,895 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

condensation in both headlights

reverse lights on

Fail 24 Dec 2010 51,890 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

condensation in both headlights

reverse lights on

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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BFW 37W is a 1980 Porsche 924 in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Porsche 924 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 59,006 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 924 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 2,423 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BFW 37W, 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 46 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 BFW 37W registered?

BFW 37W is a 1980 Porsche 924, first registered on 12 August 1980.

Is BFW 37W safe to buy?

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