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H38 PBO

1991 Porsche 928

Red Petrol 4957cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

217,283 mi
Last recorded217,283 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 Porsche 928104,798 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH38 PBO
MakePorsche
Model928
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,957cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 23 Jun 2026 217,283 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible aftermarket bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength trailing arm mount inner sill/ jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible aftermarket bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength trailing arm mount inner sill/ jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2025 213,253 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2024 213,201 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Power steering component insecure and steering adversely affected both steering rack mounting bushes worn (2.1.5 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 211,914 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front steering rack mounting bushes have play

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Nov 2023 211,890 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible led bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible led bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front steering rack mounting bushes have play

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 204,314 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 202,525 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 200,862 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 200,202 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 198,545 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 198,536 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 198,235 miles

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 197,237 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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H38 PBO is a 1991 Porsche 928 in Red with a 4,957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1991 Porsche 928 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 104,798 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 H38 PBO, 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 35 years old, this Porsche 928 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H38 PBO registered?

H38 PBO is a 1991 Porsche 928, first registered on 26 March 1991.

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