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BTU 359W

1981 Porsche 924

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

89,439 mi
Last recorded89,439 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1981 Porsche 92451,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTU 359W
MakePorsche
Model924
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 89,439 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 89,439 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 89,439 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 89,439 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017

Rear rear exhaust blowing

Fail 20 Jun 2017

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear rear exhaust blowing

Pass 26 May 2016 36,539 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 36,539 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 May 2015 36,539 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

all tyres slightly deteriorated

Pass 22 May 2014 36,539 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 May 2013 36,539 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 36,539 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 May 2011 36,539 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 May 2010 36,539 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 20 May 2009 36,539 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 36,539 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

front offside flexible brake hose securing rubber distorted

Pass 14 May 2007 34,325 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2006 31,686 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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BTU 359W is a 1981 Porsche 924 in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1981 Porsche 924 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 51,553 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 BTU 359W, 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 45 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 BTU 359W registered?

BTU 359W is a 1981 Porsche 924, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is BTU 359W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTU 359W shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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