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HRK 140V

1979 Porsche 924

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2010
Tests13 (6 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate46.2%

Mileage

16,646 mi
Last recorded16,646 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2009
Typical for 1979 Porsche 92462,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHRK 140V
MakePorsche
Model924
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

6 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2009 16,646 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 16 Jul 2009 16,646 miles

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 16,646 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

offside rear cv boot split

poor running engine

rear service brake inbalance

Fail 7 Jul 2008 16,646 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

offside rear cv boot split

rear service brake inbalance

Pass 2 Jul 2008 1,664 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Oil leak

plastic fuel hose has been cut and replaced with rubber fuel hose

Fail 1 Jul 2008 16,646 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

offside rear cv boot split

rear service brake imbalance

Fail 23 Jun 2008 16,646 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

offside rear cv boot split

rear service brake imbalance

Fail 23 Jun 2008 16,646 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

offside rear cv boot split

rear service brake imbalance

Pass 2 Jul 2007 16,646 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

NOTE engine coolant topped up

NOTE engine oil level topped up 2.0 litres 10w/40

Oil leak

STRONGLY ADVISE check front brakes for imbalance 22-23%

STRONGLY ADVISE o/s & n/s rear tyres worn low, replace A.S.A.P.

STRONGLY ADVISE o/s rear outer C. V. boot split, replace A.S.A.P. not testable item

STRONGLY ADVISE play/wear in o/s & n/s track rod ends, replace A.S.A.P.

area behind rear of o/s & n/s sills getting rusty

check condition & operation of rear brakes

fuel filler cap deteriorating, replace A.S.A.P.

multiple damage to windscreen

n/s front side light slightly dim

o/s front brake pipe getting rusty, replace A.S.A.P.

slight play in o/s & n/s rear wheel bearings

Pass 27 Jun 2006 16,646 miles

NOTE odometer not working

brake pedal rubber pad wearing

check front brakes for imbalance

check rear brakes

check windscreen washer operation

damage to windscreen

fuel cap seal perishing

fuel pipes corroded

o/s & n/s front & rear suspension arms getting rusty

o/s rear outer c.v. boot split, not testable item

oil leak

side/headlight switch loose

slight play in o/s & n/s rear wheel bearings

Fail 14 Jun 2006 16,646 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

brake pedal anti-slip pad wearing

check rear brakes

check windscreen washer operation

damage to windscreen

fuel filler cap seal perishing

fuel pipes corroded

o/s & n/s front & rear suspension arms getting rusty

o/s rear outer c.v. gaiter split, not testable item

side/headlight switch loose

slight play in o/s & n/s rear wheel bearings

Pass 27 May 2005 16,646 miles

Offside Outer Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

fuel pipes corroded

replace brake pedal rubber

secure headlight switch

Fail 3 May 2005 16,646 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fuel cap seal perishing

N/S front floor panel rusted & holed(Not testable area)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

brake pedal rubber wearing

fuel pipes corroded

How Reliable is the Porsche 924?

Based on 35,116 MOT tests across 4,101 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
672
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
4,101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,423
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,413
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,220
brake binding 1,027
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 893
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HRK 140V is a 1979 Porsche 924 in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 46.2%.

Across all 1979 Porsche 924 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 62,422 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 924 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 2,423 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HRK 140V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 924 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 47 years old, this Porsche 924 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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HRK 140V is a 1979 Porsche 924, first registered on 1 August 1979.

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