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GOF 381V

1979 Porsche 928

Red Petrol 4474cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

139,441 mi
Last recorded139,441 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2020
Typical for 1979 Porsche 928101,672 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOF 381V
MakePorsche
Model928
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,474cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2020 139,441 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 139,247 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 139,180 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 138,915 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Apr 2010 138,847 miles

Nearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 136,374 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 133,374 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 130,850 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2006 127,080 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2006 127,077 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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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GOF 381V is a 1979 Porsche 928 in Red with a 4,474cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 GOF 381V, 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 GOF 381V registered?

GOF 381V is a 1979 Porsche 928, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is GOF 381V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GOF 381V shows 10 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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