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SYO 462S

1978 Porsche 924

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,897 mi
Last recorded53,897 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2013
Typical for 1978 Porsche 92438,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSYO 462S
MakePorsche
Model924
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2013 53,897 miles

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

n/s/r wheel slight bind

Pass 11 Dec 2012 53,846 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 53,622 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 53,717 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 53,654 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 53,597 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 53,539 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2007 53,537 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 16 Jan 2007 53,533 miles

Hazard warning switch insecure (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2006 53,400 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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SYO 462S is a 1978 Porsche 924 in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Porsche 924 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 38,870 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 SYO 462S, 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 48 years old, this Porsche 924 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SYO 462S registered?

SYO 462S is a 1978 Porsche 924, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is SYO 462S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SYO 462S shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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