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FCA 181S

1978 Porsche 924

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,556 mi
Last recorded60,556 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2008
Typical for 1978 Porsche 92438,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCA 181S
MakePorsche
Model924
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 3 Jul 2008 60,556 miles

o/s front of floor corroded outside mot area

surface corrosion on all metal brake pipes

Pass 14 May 2007 60,522 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

corrosion to both front outer sill's , but not in proscribed area

n/s/f front tyre slightly out of shape

slight noise front n/s/f wheel bearing when rotated

slight travel in brake pedal before brakes work

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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FCA 181S is a 1978 Porsche 924 in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Porsche 924 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 38,870 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 FCA 181S, 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 48 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 FCA 181S registered?

FCA 181S is a 1978 Porsche 924, first registered on 6 April 1978.

Is FCA 181S safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCA 181S shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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