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PBZ 9285

1985 Porsche 928

Red Petrol 4700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

131,365 mi
Last recorded131,365 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBZ 9285
MakePorsche
Model928
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,700cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2009 131,365 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

corrosion to the offside rear outer sill

engine oil leak

surface corrosion on the nearside and offside front and rear brake discs

Fail 12 Jan 2009 131,364 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

corrosion to the offside rear outer sill

engine oil leak

surface corrosion on the nearside and offside front and rear brake discs

Pass 22 Jul 2006 130,238 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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PBZ 9285 is a 1985 Porsche 928 in Red with a 4,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PBZ 9285, 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 41 years old, this Porsche 928 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PBZ 9285 registered?

PBZ 9285 is a 1985 Porsche 928, first registered on 9 August 1985.

Is PBZ 9285 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBZ 9285 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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