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WCF 788Y

1983 Porsche 928 S

Red Petrol 4700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

111,123 mi
Last recorded111,123 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2020
Typical for 1983 Porsche 928 S92,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCF 788Y
MakePorsche
Model928 S
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,700cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2020 111,123 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2020 110,987 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Fuel Pipe/s corroded Above rear subframe to tank ()

Pass 14 Mar 2019 109,226 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 109,021 miles

Oil leak

Fail 14 Aug 2013 109,021 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Sep 2012 108,484 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 4 Sep 2012 108,482 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 108,067 miles

slight smoke

Pass 1 Apr 2009 107,446 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 14 May 2008 107,182 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 106,505 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 106,504 miles

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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WCF 788Y is a 1983 Porsche 928 S in Red with a 4,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Porsche 928 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 92,236 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 WCF 788Y, 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 43 years old, this Porsche 928 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WCF 788Y registered?

WCF 788Y is a 1983 Porsche 928 S, first registered on 26 April 1983.

Is WCF 788Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for WCF 788Y shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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