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VNL 50T

1978 Porsche 928

Silver Petrol 4500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

124,675 mi
Last recorded124,675 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2010
Typical for 1978 Porsche 928100,963 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNL 50T
MakePorsche
Model928
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2010 124,675 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 122,444 miles

(4) Inner steering rack joints worn close to limit.

(5) Metal fuel pipe corroded close to limit.

(6)Nearside front wheel bearing worn slightly.

Fail 19 Aug 2009 122,444 miles

Centre Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.4c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fuel pipes corroded close to limit.

Inner steering rack joints worn close to limit.

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

Pass 19 Aug 2008 122,312 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2008 122,312 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2007 121,897 miles

(5) Slight oil leak from power steering system.

Pass 7 Jul 2006 120,515 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 117,071 miles

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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VNL 50T is a 1978 Porsche 928 in Silver with a 4,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VNL 50T, 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 VNL 50T registered?

VNL 50T is a 1978 Porsche 928, first registered on 1 October 1978.

Is VNL 50T safe to buy?

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