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FYW 260V

1979 Porsche 928

Silver Petrol 4474cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

102,492 mi
Last recorded102,492 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2016
Typical for 1979 Porsche 928101,672 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYW 260V
MakePorsche
Model928
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,474cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2016 102,492 miles

Offside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

engine oil leak

gearbox oil leak

Fail 5 Apr 2016 102,492 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

engine oil leak

gearbox oil leak

Pass 3 Oct 2013 102,492 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 102,492 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 102,492 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 102,492 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 102,492 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 102,492 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 102,492 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 102,492 miles

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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FYW 260V is a 1979 Porsche 928 in Silver with a 4,474cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1979 Porsche 928 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 101,672 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 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 FYW 260V, 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 47 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 FYW 260V registered?

FYW 260V is a 1979 Porsche 928, first registered on 9 October 1979.

Is FYW 260V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYW 260V shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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