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RHE 857X

1981 Porsche 924

Multi-colour Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,281 mi
Last recorded99,281 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2019
Typical for 1981 Porsche 92451,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHE 857X
MakePorsche
Model924
Year1981
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2019 99,281 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2019 99,276 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 98,294 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2018 98,287 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 96,654 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 94,607 miles

Brake pedal anti slip provision slightly incomplete.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 91,565 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 89,791 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 89,781 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 89,781 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

battery poor

vehicle not charging correctly

Pass 16 Jun 2011 89,518 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 88,973 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 31 Jul 2009 88,973 miles

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 87,795 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 87,792 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

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

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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RHE 857X is a 1981 Porsche 924 in Multi-colour with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RHE 857X, 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

How do I check the history of RHE 857X?

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What year was RHE 857X registered?

RHE 857X is a 1981 Porsche 924, first registered on 19 October 1981.

Is RHE 857X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RHE 857X shows 15 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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