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B244 YYR

1985 Porsche 928 S

Bronze Petrol 4700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

138,873 mi
Last recorded138,873 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1985 Porsche 928 S102,226 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB244 YYR
MakePorsche
Model928 S
Year1985
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,700cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 138,873 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 138,848 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 138,570 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 138,472 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 138,472 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 134,724 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 124,725 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2013 134,724 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 134,724 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 134,724 miles

steering rack bushes slight perishing suspension bushes perished

Fail 26 Jul 2011 134,724 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

steering rack bushes slight perishing suspension bushes perished

Pass 8 Jul 2010 134,724 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 134,219 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 133,858 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2008 133,850 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 132,866 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2006 132,856 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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B244 YYR is a 1985 Porsche 928 S in Bronze with a 4,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1985 Porsche 928 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 102,226 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 B244 YYR, 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 41 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 B244 YYR registered?

B244 YYR is a 1985 Porsche 928 S, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B244 YYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B244 YYR shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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