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MIJ 470

1987 Porsche 928 S

White Petrol 4957cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

134,538 mi
Last recorded134,538 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2026
Typical for 1987 Porsche 928 S114,339 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIJ 470
MakePorsche
Model928 S
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,957cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2026 134,538 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2025 130,558 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2025 130,558 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2024 129,268 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 128,296 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 127,908 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Slight play detected in both inner rack ends

Fail 5 Aug 2022 127,905 miles

Offside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Slight play detected in both inner rack ends

Pass 21 Sep 2021 127,282 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 17 Sep 2021 127,272 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 126,379 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 126,127 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 125,029 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 164,448 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 124,503 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Jun 2012
Pass 6 Jul 2011 123,230 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 123,230 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 122,666 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 121,683 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2005 117,503 miles

How Reliable is the Porsche 928 S?

Based on 20,949 MOT tests across 1,961 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
700
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
1,961
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 751
Headlamp aim too low 593
fog lamp not working 553
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 531
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 365
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MIJ 470 is a 1987 Porsche 928 S in White with a 4,957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1987 Porsche 928 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 114,339 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 S fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 751 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MIJ 470, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 928 S typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 39 years old, this Porsche 928 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MIJ 470 registered?

MIJ 470 is a 1987 Porsche 928 S, first registered on 1 August 1987.

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