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WRU 942X

1981 Porsche 924

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,743 mi
Last recorded83,743 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 1981 Porsche 92451,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWRU 942X
MakePorsche
Model924
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2014 83,743 miles

Offside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

n/s/r - o/s/r - o/s/f tyres cracked not showing cords

Fail 19 Jul 2014 83,743 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

n/s/r - o/s/r - o/s/f tyres cracked not showing cords

Pass 12 Jul 2012 83,740 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 83,739 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 83,725 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 83,603 miles

Surface corrosion to both front brake discs

Some imbalance on rear foot brake

Surface corrosion to nearside front lower arm

Surface corrosion to offside front lower arm

Washer bottle needs flushing

Pass 13 Oct 2007 82,650 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

both rear tyres perished

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 81,348 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

osf and nsf tyres slight cracking

Fail 6 Apr 2006 81,305 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

osr and nsr wheel bearings have play

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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WRU 942X is a 1981 Porsche 924 in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Porsche 924 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 51,553 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 924 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 2,423 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WRU 942X, 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 45 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 WRU 942X registered?

WRU 942X is a 1981 Porsche 924, first registered on 31 December 1981.

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