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GLZ 9285

1988 Porsche 928 S

Red Petrol 4957cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

113,027 mi
Last recorded113,027 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2017
Typical for 1988 Porsche 928 S108,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLZ 9285
MakePorsche
Model928 S
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,957cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2017 113,027 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 111,636 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

drivers seat back does not lock

Fail 4 Apr 2014 111,628 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

drivers seat back does not lock

Pass 3 Apr 2013 111,557 miles

Both rear outer cv gaiters damaged

Front pads worn

Oil leak

Fail 13 Sep 2012 111,547 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 111,202 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 110,745 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 110,096 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight damage to off-side front fog light lens

Pass 4 Sep 2008 109,886 miles

front suspension bushes starting to crack/ wear

nearside rear tyre tread worn to 1.6mm

offside front floor to sill slight damage

oil leak

rear shock absorbers starting to rust

small stone chips in front windscreen

Pass 6 Oct 2007 109,415 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 108,666 miles

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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GLZ 9285 is a 1988 Porsche 928 S in Red with a 4,957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1988 Porsche 928 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 108,938 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 GLZ 9285, 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 38 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 GLZ 9285 registered?

GLZ 9285 is a 1988 Porsche 928 S, first registered on 24 June 1988.

Is GLZ 9285 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLZ 9285 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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