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PRU 494W

1981 Porsche 924

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2022
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

97,869 mi
Last recorded97,869 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2021
Typical for 1981 Porsche 92451,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRU 494W
MakePorsche
Model924
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2021 97,869 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 97,862 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 97,822 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 97,689 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2018 97,688 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 97,668 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold area (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

fuel hose perishing by the fuel pump

Pass 3 Oct 2016 97,447 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 97,239 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 16 Oct 2015 97,239 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 97,239 miles

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

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

offside rear outer cv joint worn/noisy

rear diff oil leak

Pass 11 Oct 2013 97,149 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

oil leak from rear diff

Fail 4 Oct 2013 97,135 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

oil leak from rear diff

Pass 2 Oct 2012 96,937 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 96,747 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2011 96,747 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 16,338 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 16,325 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2005 16,313 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2005 16,310 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Reae floor & fuel lines slightly damaged.

Fail 6 Jul 2005 16,310 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Front to rear fuel pipes slightly damaged.

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

How Reliable is the Porsche 924?

Based on 35,116 MOT tests across 4,101 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
672
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
4,101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,423
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,413
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,220
brake binding 1,027
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 893
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PRU 494W is a 1981 Porsche 924 in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1981 Porsche 924 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 51,553 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche 924 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 2,423 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PRU 494W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 924 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Porsche 924 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PRU 494W registered?

PRU 494W is a 1981 Porsche 924, first registered on 31 December 1981.

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