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SVR 215W

1981 Porsche 928 S

Black Petrol 4700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

85,237 mi
Last recorded85,237 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2013
Typical for 1981 Porsche 928 S102,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVR 215W
MakePorsche
Model928 S
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,700cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2013 85,237 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 85,221 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Feb 2012 84,970 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2012 84,970 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

no dash lights

no main beam warring light

Pass 26 Jun 2010 84,693 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 83,893 miles

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

Fail 28 Feb 2009 83,882 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

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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SVR 215W is a 1981 Porsche 928 S in Black with a 4,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1981 Porsche 928 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 102,389 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 S fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 751 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SVR 215W, 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 45 years old, this Porsche 928 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SVR 215W registered?

SVR 215W is a 1981 Porsche 928 S, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is SVR 215W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVR 215W shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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