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F793 AVF

1989 Porsche 928 S

Red Petrol 4957cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

121,174 mi
Last recorded121,174 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Porsche 928 S112,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF793 AVF
MakePorsche
Model928 S
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,957cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 121,174 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 120,932 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 120,927 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 120,284 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 119,594 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 117,351 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 115,458 miles

Rear exhaust pipes heavily corroded.

Fail 17 Apr 2018 115,458 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear exhaust pipes heavily corroded.

Pass 27 Apr 2017 114,006 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust corroded

fuel pipes corroded

interior mirror not fitted at time of test

Fail 10 Apr 2017 113,993 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' just outside of zone 'a' (8.3.1d)

exhaust corroded

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 19 Apr 2016 113,072 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan around jacking point (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front brake disc backplate catching on alloy plate at bottom of shock

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 6 Apr 2016 113,061 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan around jacking point (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front brake disc backplate catching on alloy plate at bottom of shock

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 110,921 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 107,138 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 103,132 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 97,525 miles

front floor box sections distorted offside and nearside

Pass 19 Apr 2011 97,217 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 96,799 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 96,215 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 1 May 2008 95,534 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 94,409 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 93,841 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 93,841 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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F793 AVF is a 1989 Porsche 928 S in Red with a 4,957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1989 Porsche 928 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 112,678 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 F793 AVF, 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 37 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 F793 AVF registered?

F793 AVF is a 1989 Porsche 928 S, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F793 AVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F793 AVF shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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