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A492 AMK

1983 Porsche 928 S

Bronze Petrol 4700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

141,908 mi
Last recorded141,908 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2017
Typical for 1983 Porsche 928 S92,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA492 AMK
MakePorsche
Model928 S
Year1983
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,700cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2017 141,908 miles

battery tray corroded

n/s/r outer c/v boot deteriorated

oil leaks

rear heat shield loose

Fail 7 Oct 2017 141,908 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

battery tray corroded

n/s/r outer c/v boot deteriorated

oil leaks

rear heat shield loose

Pass 7 Oct 2015 141,606 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2013 140,492 miles

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

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)

slight play in n/s/f steering

Pass 16 Oct 2012 139,909 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2011 135,196 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 131,101 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 126,452 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 1 May 2008 125,467 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2007 123,462 miles

STEERING RACK HAS SOME PLAY

Pass 12 Apr 2006 122,366 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 122,357 miles

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

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

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

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

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

front brake discs becoming worn, oil leakes on engine and gearbox, rear service brake slightly poor performance

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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A492 AMK is a 1983 Porsche 928 S in Bronze with a 4,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A492 AMK, 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 A492 AMK registered?

A492 AMK is a 1983 Porsche 928 S, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A492 AMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A492 AMK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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