Porsche 924 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Porsche 924. Check any 924 by registration number below.

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77.7%

Avg Pass Rate

-12.4%

vs Porsche Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Porsche 924 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Porsche 924 has an average MOT pass rate of 77.7%, which is 12.4 percentage points below the Porsche brand average of 90.1%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your 924 on the road.

The most common reasons a Porsche 924 fails its MOT are stop lamps all missing or inoperative, emissions levels exceed default limits, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake. If you are preparing your 924 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Porsche 924, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Porsche 924 performs at MOT across different model years.

1988

Based on 293 vehicles

77.8%Good

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

12.8%

1987

Based on 315 vehicles

80.0%Good

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

0.9%

Retest Rate

12.6%

1986

Based on 643 vehicles

76.5%Good

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

0.7%

Retest Rate

15.3%

1985

Based on 212 vehicles

71.7%Average

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

3.3%

Retest Rate

18.0%

1984

Based on 189 vehicles

79.9%Good

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

3.9%

Retest Rate

14.1%

1983

Based on 135 vehicles

71.9%Average

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

1.4%

Retest Rate

11.3%

1982

Based on 76 vehicles

68.4%Average

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

27.9%

1981

Based on 106 vehicles

84.0%Good

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

8.6%

1980

Based on 41 vehicles

90.2%Excellent

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

11.5%

0

Based on 767 vehicles

76.3%Good

Porsche average: 90.1%

Mileage at 5yr

51k mi

Top MOT Failures — Porsche 924

The most common reasons a Porsche 924 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Stop lamps all missing or inoperative

4.8%

Emissions levels exceed default limits

4.7%

Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake

3.4%

Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen

2.8%

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

2.3%

Porsche 924 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Nearside

7.5%

Front Nearside

6.8%

Front Offside

6.1%

Other Porsche Models

Compare MOT reliability across Porsche models.

Porsche Cayman

95.7% pass rate

Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport

88.4% pass rate

Porsche 911 Carrera 4 S

100.0% pass rate

Porsche 911 Carrera

99.1% pass rate

Porsche Carrera Gt

87.5% pass rate

Porsche Panamera 4s E-hybrid S-a

86.8% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Porsche 924

Porsche 924 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Porsche 924 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Porsche 924?

The average MOT pass rate for the Porsche 924 is 77.7% compared to the Porsche average of 90.1%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Porsche 924?

The most common MOT failures on the Porsche 924 are: Stop lamps all missing or inoperative (4.8%), Emissions levels exceed default limits (4.7%), Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake (3.4%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Porsche 924 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 77.7%, the Porsche 924 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Porsche 924?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Porsche 924?

Typical mileage for the Porsche 924: 51,266 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 924 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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