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JBW 804Y

1983 Porsche 928

Red Petrol 4700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

133,408 mi
Last recorded133,408 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBW 804Y
MakePorsche
Model928
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,700cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 133,408 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Oct 2023 133,408 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 133,408 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 133,408 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack area (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 133,438 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 May 2018 133,408 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack gaiter (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2016 133,408 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 18 Aug 2016 133,408 miles

Centre Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Steering rack gaiter split both (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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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JBW 804Y is a 1983 Porsche 928 in Red with a 4,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 JBW 804Y, 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 43 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 JBW 804Y registered?

JBW 804Y is a 1983 Porsche 928, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is JBW 804Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBW 804Y shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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