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E638 CYJ

1988 Porsche 924

Black Petrol 2479cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

26,769 mi
Last recorded26,769 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 Porsche 92447,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE638 CYJ
MakePorsche
Model924
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,479cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 26,769 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Sep 2025 26,769 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 26,630 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2024 26,630 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 26,509 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2023 26,509 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 26,182 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 25,959 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 25,699 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 25,406 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 26,312 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 26,042 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 25,896 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 25,647 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES ARE STARTING TO CRACK AND PERISH

BOTH REAR TYRES ARE VERY BADLY CRACKED AND PERISHED AND MAY NEED CHANGING SOON

I HAVE FREED OFF THE TAILGATE LOCKS SO THE TAILGATE NOW OPENS

Pass 12 Jul 2014 25,160 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES ARE WORN MORE ON THE INNER EDGES

BOTH REAR TYRES ARE CRACKED AND PERISHED AND THERE IS A NAIL IN THE NSR TYRE TREAD

MOVED FUSE IN HOLDER AND FRONT WASHERS STARTED TO WORK

Fail 12 Jul 2014 25,160 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES ARE WORN MORE ON THE INNER EDGES

BOTH REAR TYRES ARE CRACKED AND PERISHED AND THERE IS A NAIL IN THE NSR TYRE TREAD

MOVED FUSE IN HOLDER AND FRONT WASHERS STARTED TO WORK

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 25,115 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES ARE CRACKED AND PERISHED

Fail 3 Jul 2013 25,115 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

BOTH REAR TYRES ARE CRACKED AND PERISHED

Pass 16 Jul 2012 24,860 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 24,417 miles

NSR TYRE IS CRACKED AND PERISHED AND THERE IS A NAIL IN THE TREAD

OSR TYRE IS PERISHED AND CRACKED

Fail 15 Jul 2011 24,417 miles

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e) DANGEROUS

NSR TYRE IS CRACKED AND PERISHED AND THERE IS A NAIL IN THE TREAD

OSR TYRE IS PERISHED AND CRACKED

Pass 16 Jul 2010 23,971 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 23,471 miles

2 SMALL NAILS IN NSR TYRE TREAD

NS DOOR MIRROR IN POOR CONDITION

Pass 23 Jun 2008 23,471 miles

2 NAILS IN THE NSR TYRE TREAD.

FLIUD LEAKING AT THE CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER.

Pass 27 Jun 2007 23,471 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 23,471 miles

BOTH FRONT OUTER BRAKE PADS WORN RIGHT TO MIN TEST LIMIT AND SHOULD BE CHANGED ASAP.

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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E638 CYJ is a 1988 Porsche 924 in Black with a 2,479cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1988 Porsche 924 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 47,678 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 E638 CYJ, 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 38 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 E638 CYJ registered?

E638 CYJ is a 1988 Porsche 924, first registered on 18 January 1988.

Is E638 CYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E638 CYJ shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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