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XIL 5705

1987 Porsche 924

Black Petrol 2479cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,602 mi
Last recorded81,602 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2012
Typical for 1987 Porsche 92454,485 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXIL 5705
MakePorsche
Model924
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,479cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2012 81,602 miles

both sides front wishbones corroded

front suspension castor camber out

Pass 24 Sep 2010 81,359 miles

both front shock absorbers corroded

o/s/f bottom suspension arm corroded

Pass 28 Sep 2009 80,526 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

surface rust various brake pipes

Fail 22 Sep 2009 80,522 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

surface rust various brake pipes

Pass 10 Sep 2008 80,067 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 10 Sep 2008 80,067 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 79,737 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 79,361 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 May 2006 79,361 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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XIL 5705 is a 1987 Porsche 924 in Black with a 2,479cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Porsche 924 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 54,485 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 XIL 5705, 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 39 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 XIL 5705 registered?

XIL 5705 is a 1987 Porsche 924, first registered on 10 September 1987.

Is XIL 5705 safe to buy?

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