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SUB 24W

1981 Porsche 924

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,787 mi
Last recorded43,787 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 1981 Porsche 92451,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUB 24W
MakePorsche
Model924
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 43,787 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 42,517 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 42,276 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 42,263 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 42,263 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 42,263 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 42,197 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 42,197 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2012 41,996 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 22 May 2012 41,996 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 41,040 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 40,502 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 40,411 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 34,262 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 34,607 miles

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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SUB 24W is a 1981 Porsche 924 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SUB 24W, 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 SUB 24W?

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What year was SUB 24W registered?

SUB 24W is a 1981 Porsche 924, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is SUB 24W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SUB 24W shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SUB 24W have outstanding finance?

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