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MFC 401W

1981 Porsche 924

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

77,061 mi
Last recorded77,061 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1981 Porsche 92451,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFC 401W
MakePorsche
Model924
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 77,061 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 77,037 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 77,033 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 77,029 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 77,025 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 76,865 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 76,762 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 76,423 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 76,006 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 73,767 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2015 73,404 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 73,404 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 73,360 miles

small chip in zone b of screen

Pass 9 Aug 2012 73,160 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 72,802 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 71,672 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 71,672 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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MFC 401W is a 1981 Porsche 924 in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MFC 401W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MFC 401W?

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What year was MFC 401W registered?

MFC 401W is a 1981 Porsche 924, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is MFC 401W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFC 401W shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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