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487 VNO

1991 Porsche 928 S

Blue Petrol 4957cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

136,134 mi
Last recorded136,134 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 1991 Porsche 928 S112,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration487 VNO
MakePorsche
Model928 S
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,957cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 14 May 2025 136,134 miles

Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule should be monitored. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule should be monitored. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Starter wire fouling Anti Roll bar.

Pass 20 May 2024 135,285 miles
Fail 10 May 2024 135,275 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

parking brake warning light on

Fail 12 Mar 2024 135,259 miles

Offside Power steering component leaking Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 135,116 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 134,963 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All front and rear. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leaks evident. Should be kept under observation.

Pass 11 Aug 2020 134,836 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2020 134,836 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 134,592 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 134,408 miles

All brake hose ferrules becoming corroded.

Fuel tank straps becoming slightly corroded.

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 133,533 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both o/s and n/s (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both o/s and n/s (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 24 Jul 2017 133,531 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both o/s and n/s (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both o/s and n/s (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 132,825 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 132,825 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 132,065 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 131,388 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 131,277 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 129,252 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 128,535 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 128,098 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2005 126,443 miles

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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487 VNO is a 1991 Porsche 928 S in Blue with a 4,957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1991 Porsche 928 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 112,746 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 487 VNO, 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 35 years old, this Porsche 928 S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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487 VNO is a 1991 Porsche 928 S, first registered on 1 August 1991.

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