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FAB 86X

1981 Porsche 924

Bronze Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

82,468 mi
Last recorded82,468 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 1981 Porsche 92451,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAB 86X
MakePorsche
Model924
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 82,468 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 92,452 miles

All metal brake pipes have slight corrosion/covered with grease

All suspension components have slight corrosion

Fail 24 Aug 2016 92,452 miles

All metal brake pipes have slight corrosion/covered with grease

All suspension components have slight corrosion

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 82,403 miles

Brake pipes greased

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

Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

Fail 8 Jan 2014 82,403 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pipes greased

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Power terminal at top of coil missing plastic protector, may arc to bonnet if positive.

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

Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

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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FAB 86X is a 1981 Porsche 924 in Bronze with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FAB 86X, 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 FAB 86X registered?

FAB 86X is a 1981 Porsche 924, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is FAB 86X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAB 86X shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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