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OIJ 719

1979 Porsche 928

White Petrol 4474cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2011
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

37,416 mi
Last recorded37,416 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2010
Typical for 1979 Porsche 928101,672 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOIJ 719
MakePorsche
Model928
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,474cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2010 37,416 miles

brake pad warning light on

corrosion around hanbrake cable mount

corrosion to o/s/r inner sill

o/s washer jet aim high & partially blocked

rear flexible brake hose ferrules & fittings corroded

stud missing out of exhaust manifold

Fail 16 Apr 2010 37,416 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

brake pad warning light on

corrosion around hanbrake cable mount

corrosion to o/s/r inner sill

dipped beam not going to main beam

o/s washer jet aim high & partially blocked

rear flexible brake hose ferrules & fittings corroded

stud missing out of exhaust manifold

Fail 6 Jun 2009 37,372 miles

Offside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

all flexible brake hose ferrules and fixings corroded

corrosion on o/s b post

fuel pump wiring hanging down

fuel tank strap corroded

o/s/r brake binding

o/s/r fog lamp n/w

oil leak on engine

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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OIJ 719 is a 1979 Porsche 928 in White with a 4,474cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1979 Porsche 928 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 101,672 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 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 OIJ 719, 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 47 years old, this Porsche 928 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OIJ 719 registered?

OIJ 719 is a 1979 Porsche 928, first registered on 8 May 1979.

Is OIJ 719 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OIJ 719 shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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