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E779 GLX

1987 Porsche 928 S

Blue Petrol 4957cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

145,295 mi
Last recorded145,295 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 1987 Porsche 928 S114,339 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE779 GLX
MakePorsche
Model928 S
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,957cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 145,295 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 144,507 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 143,871 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 143,080 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill to jacking point area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 142,003 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 139,147 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 138,931 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus cracking on inner wall (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus cracking on inner walls (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 138,600 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 138,159 miles

nearside wiper blade perished but still cleans screen

Fail 14 May 2016 138,159 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

nearside wiper blade perished but still cleans screen

Pass 10 Jan 2014 136,432 miles

Fuel lines slightly corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2012 136,254 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 30 Oct 2012 136,254 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 135,558 miles

Nearside and offside front tie rods have slight play

Fail 16 Nov 2011 135,558 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside and offside front tie rods have slight play

Pass 31 Jan 2011 134,905 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 134,254 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 132,813 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 132,177 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 128,001 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 124,086 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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E779 GLX is a 1987 Porsche 928 S in Blue with a 4,957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 E779 GLX, 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 E779 GLX registered?

E779 GLX is a 1987 Porsche 928 S, first registered on 17 November 1987.

Is E779 GLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E779 GLX shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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