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M53 UGM

1995 Porsche 928

Blue Petrol 5397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

248,161 mi
Last recorded248,161 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Porsche 92873,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM53 UGM
MakePorsche
Model928
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,397cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 248,161 miles

Nearside Front fog light not working

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

front tyres 12 years old

gearbox damp

play in front upper suspension arm bushes

rear tyres 10 years old and worn low

slight play in front rack ends

washers poor

wipers poor

Fail 3 Jun 2026 248,161 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front fog light not working

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

front tyres 12 years old

gearbox damp

play in front upper suspension arm bushes

rear tyres 10 years old and worn low

slight play in front rack ends

washers poor

wipers poor

Fail 23 Jan 2026 248,150 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front fog light not working

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

washers poor

wipers poor

Pass 5 Aug 2024 247,742 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 246,030 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 244,771 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2019 244,771 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2018 243,849 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 241,172 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 237,863 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 237,863 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 231,588 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 223,853 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 219,598 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 212,912 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 211,510 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 208,237 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 202,780 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 201,834 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 186,050 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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M53 UGM is a 1995 Porsche 928 in Blue with a 5,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1995 Porsche 928 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 73,874 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 M53 UGM, 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 31 years old, this Porsche 928 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M53 UGM registered?

M53 UGM is a 1995 Porsche 928, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M53 UGM safe to buy?

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