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GDZ 78

1983 Porsche 928 S

Red Petrol 4700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

102,522 mi
Last recorded102,522 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2013
Typical for 1983 Porsche 928 S92,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDZ 78
MakePorsche
Model928 S
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,700cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2013 102,522 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 101,888 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

o/s headlamp lens faded

Pass 19 Apr 2011 101,782 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 28 Feb 2011 101,780 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 101,748 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 101,748 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2008 101,646 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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GDZ 78 is a 1983 Porsche 928 S in Red with a 4,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1983 Porsche 928 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 92,236 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GDZ 78, 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 43 years old, this Porsche 928 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GDZ 78?

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What year was GDZ 78 registered?

GDZ 78 is a 1983 Porsche 928 S, first registered on 2 February 1983.

Is GDZ 78 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GDZ 78 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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