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KLC 970V

1979 Porsche 928

Grey Petrol 4500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2020
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

229,831 mi
Last recorded229,831 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2019
Typical for 1979 Porsche 928101,672 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKLC 970V
MakePorsche
Model928
Year1979
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2019 229,831 miles

fuel pipe corroding at rear.

Fail 2 Sep 2019 229,831 miles

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

fuel pipe corroding at rear.

Pass 17 Aug 2018 228,680 miles

fuel pipe corroding at rear.

Fail 14 Aug 2018 228,663 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

fuel pipe corroding at rear.

Pass 23 Jun 2017 228,230 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 228,230 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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KLC 970V is a 1979 Porsche 928 in Grey with a 4,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 KLC 970V, 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 KLC 970V registered?

KLC 970V is a 1979 Porsche 928, first registered on 1 October 1979.

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