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E498 VMW

1987 Porsche 928 S

Blue Petrol 4957cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

125,659 mi
Last recorded125,659 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2014
Typical for 1987 Porsche 928 S114,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE498 VMW
MakePorsche
Model928 S
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,957cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2014 125,659 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 123,847 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 122,088 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 120,839 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 120,252 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 120,214 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/r outer c.v boot split.

Fail 10 Feb 2009 120,214 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/r outer c.v boot split.

Pass 7 Nov 2007 118,568 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 109,275 miles

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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E498 VMW is a 1987 Porsche 928 S in Blue with a 4,957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1987 Porsche 928 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 114,339 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E498 VMW, 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 39 years old, this Porsche 928 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E498 VMW registered?

E498 VMW is a 1987 Porsche 928 S, first registered on 26 October 1987.

Is E498 VMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E498 VMW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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