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MIW 2928

1978 Porsche 928

Blue Petrol 4500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

106,467 mi
Last recorded106,467 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 1978 Porsche 928100,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIW 2928
MakePorsche
Model928
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 106,467 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 106,464 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 106,445 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 106,438 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 106,424 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 106,402 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 106,303 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 106,303 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 May 2010 106,239 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 106,083 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 105,905 miles

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

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

Fail 23 May 2008 105,905 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 25 May 2007 105,494 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 105,467 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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MIW 2928 is a 1978 Porsche 928 in Blue with a 4,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1978 Porsche 928 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 100,963 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MIW 2928, 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 48 years old, this Porsche 928 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MIW 2928 registered?

MIW 2928 is a 1978 Porsche 928, first registered on 29 September 1978.

Is MIW 2928 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MIW 2928 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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