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PIL 3234

1987 Porsche 928 S

Black Petrol 4957cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

153,976 mi
Last recorded153,976 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Porsche 928 S114,339 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPIL 3234
MakePorsche
Model928 S
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,957cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 153,976 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coolant leak

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front wing mounting points at bottom and jacking point areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear inner sills/jacking point areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Apr 2026 153,976 miles

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

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) steering rack bushes worn (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) rack bolt loose (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front wing mounting points at bottom and jacking point areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear inner sills/jacking point areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 153,976 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) bush

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area / jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 157,893 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 9 Feb 2023 153,558 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front wing mounting points at bottom and front jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both iner rear sills and jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2023 153,555 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front wing mounting points at bottom and front jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both iner rear sills and jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 152,930 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front wing mounting points on the bottom (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

steering rack mounting bushes allowing slight play in rack mounts themselves, not deemed excessive

Fail 6 Jan 2021 152,925 miles

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Central Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure BOTH FRONT badly cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front wing mounting points on the bottom (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 152,840 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 152,535 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 152,301 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 151,909 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 151,633 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 151,175 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 150,997 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 150,631 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)

Fail 22 Jun 2012 150,628 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 149,528 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 149,526 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 22 Jun 2006 149,485 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 Oct 2005 149,390 miles

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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PIL 3234 is a 1987 Porsche 928 S in Black with a 4,957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1987 Porsche 928 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 114,339 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 PIL 3234, 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 39 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 PIL 3234 registered?

PIL 3234 is a 1987 Porsche 928 S, first registered on 31 December 1987.

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