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G790 BRD

1990 Porsche 928 S

Black Petrol 4957cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

171,012 mi
Last recorded171,012 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Porsche 928 S115,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG790 BRD
MakePorsche
Model928 S
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,957cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 171,012 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

small chip in windscreen

Pass 20 Mar 2025 166,917 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 163,954 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 161,067 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 158,074 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 153,485 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Jan 2021 153,485 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 145,355 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Jul 2019 145,355 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 140,275 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 137,197 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 137,196 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 133,718 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 129,335 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 126,822 miles

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

Wipers smearing screen

Pass 12 Aug 2013 126,353 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 126,353 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 126,301 miles

crack in centre of screen in limit at time of test

n/s rear brake disc slightly corroded

Fail 28 Jul 2012 126,301 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

crack in centre of screen in limit at time of test

n/s rear brake disc slightly corroded

several fuel pipes at rear corroded

Pass 20 Jul 2011 126,088 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Oil leak

Slight Play in Steering Rack

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 125,927 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 125,474 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 125,299 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 125,273 miles

advisories as previous test

Fail 28 Jul 2007 125,273 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

vehicle has general corrosion to underside

Pass 31 Jul 2006 125,051 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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G790 BRD is a 1990 Porsche 928 S in Black with a 4,957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 G790 BRD, 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.

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What year was G790 BRD registered?

G790 BRD is a 1990 Porsche 928 S, first registered on 23 February 1990.

Is G790 BRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G790 BRD shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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