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GCJ 71W

1981 Porsche 928 S

Red Petrol 4700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

124,587 mi
Last recorded124,587 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2014
Typical for 1981 Porsche 928 S102,389 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCJ 71W
MakePorsche
Model928 S
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,700cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2014 124,587 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 122,993 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

slight oil leak at engine & gearbox area

Pass 19 Jan 2008 121,840 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 120,106 miles

Coolant leak

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 24 Nov 2006 120,106 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Coolant leak

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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GCJ 71W is a 1981 Porsche 928 S in Red with a 4,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 Porsche 928 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 102,389 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GCJ 71W, 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 45 years old, this Porsche 928 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GCJ 71W registered?

GCJ 71W is a 1981 Porsche 928 S, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is GCJ 71W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCJ 71W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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