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TIJ 928

1979 Porsche 928

Blue Petrol 4500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

125,318 mi
Last recorded125,318 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2015
Typical for 1979 Porsche 928101,672 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTIJ 928
MakePorsche
Model928
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2015 125,318 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 125,318 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 125,318 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 2 Feb 2011 125,318 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Oil leak

Pass 3 Feb 2010 121,515 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2010 121,515 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Dec 2008 120,898 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 120,361 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 118,778 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2006 118,778 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.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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TIJ 928 is a 1979 Porsche 928 in Blue with a 4,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1979 Porsche 928 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 101,672 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 TIJ 928, 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 47 years old, this Porsche 928 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TIJ 928?

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What year was TIJ 928 registered?

TIJ 928 is a 1979 Porsche 928, first registered on 6 June 1979.

Is TIJ 928 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TIJ 928 shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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