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MIW 2236

1985 Porsche 928 S

Black Petrol 4700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

113,686 mi
Last recorded113,686 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2025
Typical for 1985 Porsche 928 S102,226 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIW 2236
MakePorsche
Model928 S
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,700cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2025 113,686 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 112,813 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 111,684 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both side Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 111,684 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine, slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive autobox. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Underfloor fuel pipe slightly corroded.

Fail 30 Sep 2020 111,684 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine, slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive autobox. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Underfloor fuel pipe slightly corroded.

Fail 11 Sep 2020 111,684 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 111,684 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2018 111,684 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake hose slightly damaged Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 20 May 2015 111,683 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 111,479 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 109,875 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 109,874 miles

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 106,873 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 106,705 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

corrosion on,floor,chassis,discs,brake fererules,suspension.

fuel pipes corroded

offside rear brake back plate missing

offside washer jets inoperative

rear c v boots perished

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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MIW 2236 is a 1985 Porsche 928 S in Black with a 4,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1985 Porsche 928 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 102,226 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 MIW 2236, 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 41 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 MIW 2236 registered?

MIW 2236 is a 1985 Porsche 928 S, first registered on 19 June 1985.

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