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POR 730

1979 Porsche 928

Green Petrol 4500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

59,188 mi
Last recorded59,188 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
Typical for 1979 Porsche 928101,672 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPOR 730
MakePorsche
Model928
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2017 59,188 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 17 Aug 2016 59,170 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

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

fuel pipe hose cracking/perished

fuel pipes corroded

oil leaks

Pass 2 Jul 2015 59,105 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 16 Jun 2015 59,104 miles

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

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 58,895 miles

slight wear within steering system

Pass 30 Mar 2009 58,579 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 58,395 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 58,395 miles

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

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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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POR 730 is a 1979 Porsche 928 in Green with a 4,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 POR 730, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was POR 730 registered?

POR 730 is a 1979 Porsche 928, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is POR 730 safe to buy?

The MOT history for POR 730 shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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