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A965 MPR

1983 Porsche 928 S

Red Petrol 4664cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

127,400 mi
Last recorded127,400 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2025
Typical for 1983 Porsche 928 S92,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA965 MPR
MakePorsche
Model928 S
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,664cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2025 127,400 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2025 127,395 miles

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Brake performance unable to be tested brake binding (1.2.1 (g))

Central Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

gearbox fluid pipes insecure

Pass 5 Aug 2022 99,029 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2022 99,029 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 98,402 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2021 98,396 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

main beam flash not working

Pass 16 Jul 2020 95,849 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 90,559 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2018 85,318 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2018 85,318 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2017 82,673 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 82,087 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 81,885 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 81,507 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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A965 MPR is a 1983 Porsche 928 S in Red with a 4,664cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 A965 MPR, 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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A965 MPR is a 1983 Porsche 928 S, first registered on 1 August 1983.

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