CarVerify

Free Car Check

G257 RAM

1990 Porsche 928 S

Black Petrol 4957cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

185,639 mi
Last recorded185,639 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2012
Typical for 1990 Porsche 928 S115,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Porsche
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationG257 RAM
MakePorsche
Model928 S
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,957cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2012 185,639 miles

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)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 183,237 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 17 Jul 2010 182,752 miles

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

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 182,078 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

front suspension bushes slightly deteriorated

slight bind offside rear brake

Pass 11 Jul 2008 181,530 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

nearside washer not working

Fail 11 Jul 2008 181,530 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

nearside washer not working

Pass 20 Jun 2007 178,583 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 178,574 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Brake back plates corroded

Fuel lines corroded

Offside fronrt shock absorber body heavily corroded

Offside handbrake cable shething cracked

Play in front suspension top and bottom ball joints

Play in front wheel bearings

Play in steering rack

Rear metal brake pipes corroded

Steering rack damp

Various oil leaks

Pass 10 Jul 2006 74,827 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
Full Porsche 928 S reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

G257 RAM is a 1990 Porsche 928 S in Black with a 4,957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1990 Porsche 928 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 115,585 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 G257 RAM, 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 36 years old, this Porsche 928 S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G257 RAM?

You can check the full history of G257 RAM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was G257 RAM registered?

G257 RAM is a 1990 Porsche 928 S, first registered on 12 May 1990.

Is G257 RAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G257 RAM shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G257 RAM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on G257 RAM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.