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BSK 278

1986 Porsche 924

Black Petrol 2479cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

33,891 mi
Last recorded33,891 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1986 Porsche 92445,079 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBSK 278
MakePorsche
Model924
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,479cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 33,891 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 33,509 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear 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 11 Jun 2024 33,161 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 32,576 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 32,151 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2021 31,333 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2020 30,059 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2019 29,018 miles

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 28,059 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2017 26,382 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 23,629 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 21,567 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 19,187 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 17,153 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2013 17,153 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 14,907 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 12,437 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 9,993 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 7,830 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 5,187 miles

Offside Front Trailing arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 2,945 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 51,319 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2005 48,383 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2005 48,383 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

How Reliable is the Porsche 924?

Based on 35,116 MOT tests across 4,101 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
672
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
4,101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,423
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,413
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,220
brake binding 1,027
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 893
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BSK 278 is a 1986 Porsche 924 in Black with a 2,479cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1986 Porsche 924 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 45,079 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche 924 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 2,423 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BSK 278, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 924 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 40 years old, this Porsche 924 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BSK 278 registered?

BSK 278 is a 1986 Porsche 924, first registered on 20 August 1986.

Is BSK 278 safe to buy?

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