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KMW 288X

1981 Porsche 924

Gold Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2020
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

57,473 mi
Last recorded57,473 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2019
Typical for 1981 Porsche 92451,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKMW 288X
MakePorsche
Model924
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2019 57,473 miles

rear discs slightly corroded

sill covers fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2018 57,432 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

front ends of both sills corroded/holed but just outside of prescribed areas at present.

sill covers fitted preventing full inspection.

sun visors insecure but hold clear of screen o.k.

Pass 29 Sep 2017 57,357 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2017 57,357 miles

Direction indicators not working all 4 not flashing (1.4.A.2c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 56,885 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 56,869 miles

Fuel system component insecure filter and accumulator, (7.2.1)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Seat belt obviously repaired (5.2.2c)

Steering column universal joint insecure at rack, (2.1.5)

Nearside Front outer sill corroded and holed, but just outside of prescribed areas.

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside park brake reading slightly low compared to o/s.

Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

both sun visors insecure but holding clear of screen at time of test.

clutch pedal very low.

front tyres have a different aspect ratio to the rears.

Pass 29 May 2015 56,584 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 May 2015 56,578 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5) DANGEROUS

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both sun visors fixings broken but still fold clear of screen o.k.

clutch flexy hose weeping.

front tyres have a different aspect ratio to the rears.

n/s park brake reading low compared to o/s.

one exhaust center mounting missing but system still adequately supported.

plastic sill covers fitted preventing full inspection.

steering wheel outer covering coming loose but not likely to hamper control at present.

underside of vehicle very flaky/corroded in places but sound at present.

Pass 4 Jun 2014 56,110 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Outer sills have plastic covers,Not allowing inspection of outer sills

Rear silencer deteriorated

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Fail 22 May 2014 56,098 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Outer sills have plastic covers,Not allowing inspection of outer sills

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear silencer deteriorated

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 10 May 2013 55,946 miles

horn works but sounds weak.

Fail 2 May 2013 55,939 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

horn works but sounds weak.

Pass 19 Dec 2011 55,722 miles

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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KMW 288X is a 1981 Porsche 924 in Gold with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1981 Porsche 924 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 51,553 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 KMW 288X, 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 45 years old, this Porsche 924 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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KMW 288X is a 1981 Porsche 924, first registered on 23 October 1981.

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