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F829 RTL

1989 Porsche 928 S

Black Petrol 4957cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2025
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

133,794 mi
Last recorded133,794 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2024
Typical for 1989 Porsche 928 S112,678 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF829 RTL
MakePorsche
Model928 S
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,957cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2024 133,794 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2024 133,794 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2007 133,791 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2007 133,791 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

bulb out offside rear

offside rear outer CV boot is insecurely fitted

radiator is leaking

slight bind offside rear brake

Pass 4 Nov 2006 132,010 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Nov 2005 129,120 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2005 129,120 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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F829 RTL is a 1989 Porsche 928 S in Black with a 4,957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1989 Porsche 928 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 112,678 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 928 S fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 751 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F829 RTL, 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 37 years old, this Porsche 928 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F829 RTL registered?

F829 RTL is a 1989 Porsche 928 S, first registered on 10 January 1989.

Is F829 RTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F829 RTL shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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