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MAO 321W

1980 Porsche 924

Bronze Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

57,779 mi
Last recorded57,779 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2012
Typical for 1980 Porsche 92459,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAO 321W
MakePorsche
Model924
Year1980
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 25 Jan 2012 57,779 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

all brake discs are rusty

all tyres are pershing and tread splitting slightly

nsf floor is corroded but not in the prescribed area

Pass 25 Jan 2012 57,779 miles

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

all brake discs are rusty

all tyres are pershing and tread splitting slightly

nsf floor is corroded but not in the prescribed area

Fail 15 Jul 2011 57,779 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nsf floor corroded but not within a prescribed area

Pass 4 Feb 2010 57,735 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 57,459 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 57,459 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2007 56,819 miles

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

all brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 24 Feb 2006 56,793 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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MAO 321W is a 1980 Porsche 924 in Bronze with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1980 Porsche 924 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 59,006 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 MAO 321W, 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 46 years old, this Porsche 924 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MAO 321W registered?

MAO 321W is a 1980 Porsche 924, first registered on 5 December 1980.

Is MAO 321W safe to buy?

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