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YAW 511Y

1983 Porsche 928 S

Gold Petrol 4700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,525 mi
Last recorded76,525 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2015
Typical for 1983 Porsche 928 S92,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAW 511Y
MakePorsche
Model928 S
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,700cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2015 76,525 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 76,055 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 173,442 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 173,170 miles

slight damage to front registration plate

Pass 11 Mar 2010 173,026 miles

C.O emissions close to limit

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

slight damage to front registration plate

Pass 4 Mar 2009 169,557 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008 169,553 miles

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2007 163,506 miles

c.o. emissions on limit

Fail 4 Oct 2006 161,882 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 161,882 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 59,208 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2005 59,208 miles

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

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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YAW 511Y is a 1983 Porsche 928 S in Gold with a 4,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YAW 511Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YAW 511Y registered?

YAW 511Y is a 1983 Porsche 928 S, first registered on 8 June 1983.

Is YAW 511Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAW 511Y shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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