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RIL 1928

1991 Porsche 928 S

Blue Petrol 4957cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

159,821 mi
Last recorded159,821 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 1991 Porsche 928 S112,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRIL 1928
MakePorsche
Model928 S
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,957cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 159,821 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 159,757 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 159,598 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 159,456 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 159,374 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 159,049 miles

All tyres cracking and rear tyres close to limits

Pass 7 Jun 2019 158,488 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 158,172 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 157,548 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 114,486 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

fuel pipes heavily corroded

play in steering rack ends

Fail 12 May 2016 114,479 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

fuel pipes heavily corroded

play in steering rack ends

Pass 23 May 2015 156,952 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

slight play steering rack

Fail 27 Apr 2015 156,945 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

ns chassis rail damaged

nsf light unit cracked

sill covers

trims parts of interior and locks missing

Pass 26 Nov 2010 149,429 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

both rear drive shaft gaitors split

both rear lights condensated

front brake discs worn

nearside front headlamp condensated

Fail 24 Nov 2010 149,412 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

both rear drive shaft gaitors split

both rear lights condensated

front brake discs worn

nearside front headlamp condensated

Pass 28 May 2009 139,503 miles

heavy oil leaks

windscreen chipped

Pass 14 May 2008 130,086 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear drive shaft outer cv boots split

front tyres worn on inner edges

oil leak

outer sills covered

Fail 10 May 2008 130,086 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear drive shaft outer cv boots split

front tyres worn on inner edges

oil leak

outer sills covered

Pass 26 Apr 2007 117,380 miles

heavy oil leaks front and rear

movement in steering rack

rear brakes noisy

Pass 29 Mar 2006 109,521 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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RIL 1928 is a 1991 Porsche 928 S in Blue with a 4,957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1991 Porsche 928 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 112,746 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 RIL 1928, 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 35 years old, this Porsche 928 S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RIL 1928 registered?

RIL 1928 is a 1991 Porsche 928 S, first registered on 8 March 1991.

Is RIL 1928 safe to buy?

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