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PBZ 9281

1988 Porsche 928 S

Silver Petrol 4957cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

121,716 mi
Last recorded121,716 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2019
Typical for 1988 Porsche 928 S108,938 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBZ 9281
MakePorsche
Model928 S
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,957cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2019 121,716 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 121,399 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 121,384 miles

Steering rack insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings bushes worn (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 120,747 miles

slight corrosion on fuel tank guard

Pass 18 Jun 2016 119,370 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 118,966 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 117,817 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 116,833 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 115,707 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 115,697 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2011 114,778 miles

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

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

slight lift detected in outer rack bearings

Pass 6 May 2010 113,318 miles

n/s/r tyre on 3.0 mm

o/s number plate lamp dim

Pass 21 May 2009 112,455 miles

corrosion around handbrake cable tube in floor

damage to n/s/f,n/s/r and o/s/f tyre outer walls

n/s washers aimed high and partially blocked

n/s/f fog lamp aimed high

slight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

Fail 7 May 2009 112,455 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

corrosion around handbrake cable tube in floor

damage to n/s/f,n/s/r and o/s/f tyre outer walls

n/s washers aimed high and partially blocked

n/s/f fog lamp aimed high

slight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 6 May 2008 111,695 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 26 Apr 2007 110,684 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

fuel tank cap cracked

o/s/f tyre feathered on inner edge

rear tyres close to limit

slight blow o/s/f exhaust

slight judder n/s/f brake ,imbalance in front brakes

slight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

washers aimed high,n/s jet blocked

Pass 26 Apr 2007 110,684 miles

fuel tank cap cracked

o/s/f tyre feathered on inner edge

rear tyres close to limit

slight blow o/s/f exhaust

slight judder n/s/f brake ,imbalance in front brakes

slight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

washers aimed high,n/s jet blocked

Pass 6 May 2006 108,742 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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PBZ 9281 is a 1988 Porsche 928 S in Silver with a 4,957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1988 Porsche 928 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 108,938 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 PBZ 9281, 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 38 years old, this Porsche 928 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PBZ 9281 registered?

PBZ 9281 is a 1988 Porsche 928 S, first registered on 4 January 1988.

Is PBZ 9281 safe to buy?

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