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SIL 5240

1978 Porsche 928

Black Petrol 4500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

172,320 mi
Last recorded172,320 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2007
Typical for 1978 Porsche 928100,963 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIL 5240
MakePorsche
Model928
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,500cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2007 172,320 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 171,743 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 171,705 miles

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

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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SIL 5240 is a 1978 Porsche 928 in Black with a 4,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Porsche 928 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 100,963 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 SIL 5240, 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 48 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 SIL 5240 registered?

SIL 5240 is a 1978 Porsche 928, first registered on 18 December 1978.

Is SIL 5240 safe to buy?

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