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FIB 893

1981 Porsche 928

Grey Petrol 4500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

282,743 mi
Last recorded282,743 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2013
Typical for 1981 Porsche 928118,098 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIB 893
MakePorsche
Model928
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2013 282,743 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

offside front brake binding slightly when inspected on the ramp

Pass 27 Jan 2012 280,826 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear outer sills hace been repaired, can not quality of repair as covered over

Pass 24 Jan 2011 280,586 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 278,851 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2009 278,851 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 159,131 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 159,131 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 159,131 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 159,131 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

handbrake travel [on limit]

Pass 23 Sep 2005 15,913 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Porsche 928?

Based on 7,969 MOT tests across 782 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
680
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
782
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 243
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 239
Headlamp aim too low 162
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 153
fog lamp not working 123
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FIB 893 is a 1981 Porsche 928 in Grey with a 4,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1981 Porsche 928 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 118,098 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche 928 fails its MOT is exhaust emissions lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, accounting for 243 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FIB 893, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 928 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 45 years old, this Porsche 928 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FIB 893 registered?

FIB 893 is a 1981 Porsche 928, first registered on 13 May 1981.

Is FIB 893 safe to buy?

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